<p>We’re working with a respected organization to find a strong finance professional ready to take the next step into executive leadership. This role will have broad exposure to strategic decision-making while managing core financial operations. </p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, please contact Carmen Warga in our Albany, NY office. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee accounting processes and financial reporting</li><li>Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis</li><li>Partner with senior leadership on planning and performance initiatives</li><li>Enhance systems and controls for efficiency and compliance</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee the financial operations of a dynamic small company located in Albany, New York. This role is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance, and supporting organizational decision-making. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting expertise and leadership skills to manage critical processes and supervise a small team.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Lead monthly closings, maintaining organized and timely workflows.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger maintenance and perform reconciliations for various accounts.</p><p>• Create and post journal entries while ensuring proper documentation and accuracy.</p><p>• Supervise the payroll function providing guidance and support.</p><p>• Assist with the preparation of bids and contracts, contributing to business development efforts.</p>
<p><strong>Buyer</strong> (Temp-to-Hire)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Albany, NY</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Full-time, onsite</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Summary</strong></p><p>Under the direction of the Purchasing Manager, the Buyer is responsible for procuring goods, services, and equipment to support the operational needs of multiple departments. This role manages the end-to-end purchasing process, including purchase order creation, order confirmation, and resolution of receiving and invoice discrepancies.</p><p><br></p><p>The Buyer serves as a key liaison between internal departments and suppliers, providing responsive customer service while ensuring purchases align with approved inventories, contracts, and organizational policies. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented procurement professional seeking a temp-to-hire opportunity within a complex healthcare environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Create and issue accurate purchase orders in a timely manner using the ERP system, including handling urgent and priority requests.</li><li>Ensure all purchases comply with policies, approvals, contracts, preferred vendors, and inventory standards to support cost-effective procurement.</li><li>Obtain and document order confirmations and expected delivery dates; monitor open orders and follow up as needed.</li><li>Communicate promptly with stakeholders regarding contract changes, pricing updates, lapses, renewals, or product discontinuations.</li><li>Track and verify deliveries, coordinating with Receiving to ensure accurate system receipts.</li><li>Identify and assist in resolving purchasing issues such as backorders, allocations, shortages, and discontinued items.</li><li>Collaborate with departments to identify acceptable substitutes or alternative sourcing options, escalating to Sourcing & Contracting or Value Analysis teams when required.</li><li>Build and maintain effective working relationships with departmental contacts to understand operational needs.</li><li>Establish and maintain supplier relationships to stay informed on product availability, shipping delays, and supply constraints.</li><li>Respond to inquiries and requests for assistance in a timely, professional manner and support departments with supply chain processes, including new item and new vendor requests.</li><li>Review and resolve receiving and invoice discrepancies, including quantity variances, pricing issues, shipping charges, and credits or returns.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Controller to oversee financial operations for multiple manufacturing entities in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. This role is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and optimizing accounting systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cost accounting, system implementation, and team leadership within a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage accounting functions, including general ledger, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and inventory accounting for multiple manufacturing entities.<br>• Prepare and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with relevant standards.<br>• Ensure adherence to tax regulations, audit requirements, and internal control policies.<br>• Coordinate external audits and maintain relationships with auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies.<br>• Monitor intercompany transactions, transfer pricing, and eliminations to ensure consistency.<br>• Lead the implementation and optimization of financial systems across manufacturing entities, collaborating with IT and operations teams.<br>• Develop and maintain accurate costing models, inventory valuations, and variance analyses.<br>• Partner with operations teams to evaluate production costs, material usage, and efficiency metrics.<br>• Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes, providing financial insights that support strategic decision-making.<br>• Supervise and mentor finance and purchasing teams, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.