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Robert Half
Assistant Controller
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What they do
An Assistant Controller assists the controller in managing the cash flows and financial activities of an organization. Assists in the development of budgets, regulatory and tax compliance, staff development and other accounting and financial duties.
$155,726 / year median in New Jersey
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Robert Half is looking for an Assistant Controller to provide strong accounting leadership and serve as a key finance partner across teams at our client located in South Jersey. This Assistant Controller role supports accurate financial reporting, operational decision-making, and forward-looking analysis within a manufacturing setting. The position also contributes to budgeting, compliance, audit readiness, and the responsible use of automation tools that strengthen reporting efficiency and control.
Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure timely, accurate, and well-documented financial results.
Review and authorize journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules to maintain the quality of close reporting.
Prepare and oversee financial statements, internal management reporting, and related analyses in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company standards.
Lead cost accounting activities for manufacturing operations, including standard costing, inventory valuation, overhead application, and variance analysis.
Maintain strong controls over inventory processes such as cycle counts, physical counts, reserve assessments, and adjustment reviews.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling by developing assumptions, analyses, and presentations for leadership review.
Review customer pricing submissions and proposal support to confirm compliance, profitability, and adherence to internal approval expectations.
Promote effective use of accounting and inventory systems while safeguarding data integrity, confidentiality, and internal control requirements.
Responsibilities:
Guide accounting practices, financial controls, and department procedures to align with business goals and operational needs.Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure timely, accurate, and well-documented financial results.
Review and authorize journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules to maintain the quality of close reporting.
Prepare and oversee financial statements, internal management reporting, and related analyses in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company standards.
Lead cost accounting activities for manufacturing operations, including standard costing, inventory valuation, overhead application, and variance analysis.
Maintain strong controls over inventory processes such as cycle counts, physical counts, reserve assessments, and adjustment reviews.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling by developing assumptions, analyses, and presentations for leadership review.
Review customer pricing submissions and proposal support to confirm compliance, profitability, and adherence to internal approval expectations.
Promote effective use of accounting and inventory systems while safeguarding data integrity, confidentiality, and internal control requirements.