We are looking for an experienced Controller to support financial operations for a business based in Howell, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader with a strong background in e-commerce environments and the ability to work collaboratively across teams. The right candidate brings deep controllership expertise, communicates with transparency, and is comfortable managing detailed manual accounting processes while maintaining accuracy and accountability. This role will have a hybrid onsite schedule and is a long-term consulting position. Experience in the eCommerce industry is strongly preferred. This role can also offer a part-time or full-time work schedule, depending on the candidate's needs. Responsibilities:• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and aligned with reporting deadlines.• Lead the month-end close process, including review of entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity.• Manage and maintain the general ledger while identifying discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.• Support financial processes within an e-commerce business model, including reporting needs tied to multi-channel or brand-based operations.• Perform detailed manual accounting work and controls in areas where automated systems are not yet fully in place.• Utilize QuickBooks to monitor transactions, maintain financial data integrity, and generate reporting as needed.• Contribute financial insight and due diligence support related to mergers, acquisitions, or other strategic business activities.• Partner with internal stakeholders to improve visibility into financial performance and promote clear, transparent communication across teams.

• At least 10 years of experience serving as a Controller or in a comparable senior accounting leadership role. • Prior experience working in an e-commerce business environment is required. • Strong knowledge of month-end close procedures, general ledger management, and financial reporting. • Hands-on experience using QuickBooks in a detail-focused accounting setting. • Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions activities, including financial review or integration support. • Ability to commute to Howell, New Jersey for the role. • Experience supporting companies with multiple brands is preferred. • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, communicate openly, and handle detailed manual processes with accuracy.

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Howell, NJ
onsite
Temporary / Contract
65 - 85 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to support financial operations for a business based in Howell, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader with a strong background in e-commerce environments and the ability to work collaboratively across teams. The right candidate brings deep controllership expertise, communicates with transparency, and is comfortable managing detailed manual accounting processes while maintaining accuracy and accountability. This role will have a hybrid onsite schedule and is a long-term consulting position. Experience in the eCommerce industry is strongly preferred. This role can also offer a part-time or full-time work schedule, depending on the candidate's needs. Responsibilities:• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and aligned with reporting deadlines.• Lead the month-end close process, including review of entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity.• Manage and maintain the general ledger while identifying discrepancies and resolving issues in a timely manner.• Support financial processes within an e-commerce business model, including reporting needs tied to multi-channel or brand-based operations.• Perform detailed manual accounting work and controls in areas where automated systems are not yet fully in place.• Utilize QuickBooks to monitor transactions, maintain financial data integrity, and generate reporting as needed.• Contribute financial insight and due diligence support related to mergers, acquisitions, or other strategic business activities.• Partner with internal stakeholders to improve visibility into financial performance and promote clear, transparent communication across teams.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z

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