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Robert Half
Red Bank, NJ (In Person)
$185,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Controller -
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting leader with deep technical expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and multi-entity accounting, and a proven ability to manage and improve core accounting processes.
Key ResponsibilitiesGeneral Ledger & Corporate AccountingOversee all aspects of the general ledger, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliationsEnsure the accuracy and completeness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statementsManage corporate-level accounting activities, including intercompany transactions, consolidations, and eliminationsReview balance sheet reconciliations and ensure proper support and resolution of variancesMaintain and enforce consistent accounting policies and proceduresMonth-End Close & ReportingLead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate completionDrive continuous improvements to shorten close timelines and enhance reporting qualityPrepare and review internal financial reports and variance analyses for leadershipEnsure compliance with GAAP and corporate reporting standardsTechnical Accounting & ComplianceResearch, interpret, and implement technical accounting guidance (GAAP)Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with policies and proceduresCoordinate and manage external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentationEnsure proper documentation of accounting positions and processesOperational Accounting OversightOversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, fixed assets, and cash accountingMonitor cash activity, bank reconciliations, and liquidity reportingSupervise, mentor, and develop accounting staffEnsure accuracy of transactional accounting and proper cutoff proceduresProcess Improvement & SystemsIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, scalability, and accuracyOptimize use of ERP systems and reporting toolsPartner cross-functionally to improve data integrity and reporting capabilities
Monmouth County, NJ Salary:
$160k-210k + bonus Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Controller to lead the corporate accounting function and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. This role will be heavily focused on general ledger oversight, financial close, and corporate accounting operations, with responsibility for maintaining a strong control environment and supporting executive decision-making.The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting leader with deep technical expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and multi-entity accounting, and a proven ability to manage and improve core accounting processes.
Key ResponsibilitiesGeneral Ledger & Corporate AccountingOversee all aspects of the general ledger, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliationsEnsure the accuracy and completeness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statementsManage corporate-level accounting activities, including intercompany transactions, consolidations, and eliminationsReview balance sheet reconciliations and ensure proper support and resolution of variancesMaintain and enforce consistent accounting policies and proceduresMonth-End Close & ReportingLead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate completionDrive continuous improvements to shorten close timelines and enhance reporting qualityPrepare and review internal financial reports and variance analyses for leadershipEnsure compliance with GAAP and corporate reporting standardsTechnical Accounting & ComplianceResearch, interpret, and implement technical accounting guidance (GAAP)Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with policies and proceduresCoordinate and manage external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentationEnsure proper documentation of accounting positions and processesOperational Accounting OversightOversee day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, fixed assets, and cash accountingMonitor cash activity, bank reconciliations, and liquidity reportingSupervise, mentor, and develop accounting staffEnsure accuracy of transactional accounting and proper cutoff proceduresProcess Improvement & SystemsIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, scalability, and accuracyOptimize use of ERP systems and reporting toolsPartner cross-functionally to improve data integrity and reporting capabilities