<p>An internationally recognized trading and investment powerhouse is currently seeking an Assistant Controller to join their team. The Assistant Controller will serve in a senior leadership capacity, partnering closely with trading divisions and subsidiary finance teams to drive financial strategy, operational excellence, and governance. This role is instrumental in overseeing accounting operations, supporting M& A initiatives, strengthening internal controls, and aligning divisional financial goals with broader corporate objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>· Lead and oversee all financial and management accounting activities for trading division, including approval of significant transactions and management of the consolidated financial close process</p><p>· Provide comprehensive M& A support, including pre- and post-acquisition activities, opening balance sheet review, purchase price allocation and valuation, and post-merger integration.</p><p>· Serve on Boards of select subsidiaries, overseeing financial performance, risk management, governance, and advising executive leadership while reporting to senior management.</p><p>· Monitor subsidiaries and affiliates using a risk-based approach, conducting financial analysis, reviewing internal controls, and ensuring compliance with evolving accounting standards and regulatory requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please email Ben.Turnbull@roberthalf.</p>
<p>Incredible Opportunity! </p><p>Are you ready to join a high-growth PortCo under an impressive PE firm based in NYC? My client is seeking their FIRST Finance & Accounting hire—a hands-on Controllership position. They have successfully acquired an OpCo and have 3-5 targets in the pipeline for acquisition.</p><p> </p><p>Here's what they're looking for:</p><p>Controllership foundation—Big 4 experience followed by industry expertise as a Controller</p><p>Experience within the residential real estate space if single family homes, Condos/Co-ops</p><p>Experience with a Private Equity backed company</p><p> </p><p>The role will report to the CEO of the PortCo and dotted line into the CFO of the PE firm, offering exposure to leadership decision-making</p><p> </p><p>Location Requirement: You MUST currently reside within daily commuting distance of Midtown NYC as the role will become hybrid in late 2025/early 2026</p><p> </p><p>Compensation Package based on experience:</p><p>Base: $185 - $235k base</p><p>Discretionary bonus</p><p> </p><p>As always, this is a permanent, full time, fully benefited salaried position (this is NOT a temp role or temp to perm).</p><p> </p><p>The role will cover:</p><ul><li>This is a hands-on Controllership role, blended with FP& A</li><li>For some of the OpCo's the role maybe hands on with their accounting needs, for others it may manage the Controller and/or outsource accounting teams</li><li>Consolidation of multiple entities</li><li>Ideally some experience with core FP& A, budgeting, modeling, forecasting, presentation decks, cashflow</li><li>Any experience integrating OpCo's into the HoldCo model</li><li>Any treasury or banking relationship experience is a +</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead key accounting operations supporting a large North American insurance portfolio based in Hudson County, New Jersey. This role oversees multiple accounting functions across property and casualty, specialty risk, title, and related entities, while ensuring high-quality financial reporting and strong operational discipline. The position will play a central part in close management, team leadership, process enhancement, and cross-functional collaboration within a complex insurance environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for assigned business areas, ensuring financial results are accurate, timely, and aligned with applicable U.S. GAAP, statutory reporting, and IFRS standards.</p><p>• Oversee several accounting teams and provide leadership on staffing, performance, workload planning, and employee development to maintain strong execution across functions.</p><p>• Review financial data, trends, and performance indicators to deliver meaningful insights, identify issues, and recommend actions that support business objectives.</p><p>• Strengthen the internal control environment by guiding the design, execution, and evaluation of key controls and supporting control effectiveness assessments.</p><p>• Partner closely with finance, accounting, and operational leaders across North American business units to promote clear communication, coordination, and issue resolution.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, optimize resource allocation, and increase efficiency through process refinement and automation.</p><p>• Contribute to broader finance transformation initiatives by helping implement tools, reporting enhancements, and operational improvements across assigned areas.</p><p>• Lead special projects that require advanced accounting judgment, analytical problem-solving, and coordination across data, systems, and business stakeholders.</p><p>• Prepare ad hoc reporting and evaluations for senior leadership, including analysis of complex accounting matters and recommendations for practical solutions.</p><p>• Maintain productive relationships with internal and external auditors and support audit requests, documentation, and review activities.</p>
<p>A well-established, family-owned distributor is seeking a Controller due to an upcoming retirement. The Controller will report directly to a hands-on, collaborative CFO and will oversee core accounting operations including month-end close, journal entries, financial statement preparation, audit management, and oversight of AP close and bank reconciliations. The Controller will manage international wires, factory invoices, and provide inventory-related accounting support within a lean environment where production owns much of the inventory process. The ideal Controller will serve as a trusted business partner to the CFO, and will thrive in a family-owned business environment. Experience with MS Dynamics GP is preferred, as are strong Excel skills.</p>
<p>A growing $75M manufacturing company headquartered in Wayne, NJ is seeking a strategic and operationally focused Controller to serve as a key business partner to executive leadership and position themselves for future advancement into a CFO role.</p><p>This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a hands-on finance executive who combines strong technical accounting and cost accounting expertise with operational insight, FP& A capabilities, and the ability to help drive business strategy. The Controller will oversee all accounting and financial operations while partnering closely with ownership and senior leadership to support growth initiatives, profitability improvement, and operational efficiency.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a strong people leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and has experience managing accounting teams, improving processes, and translating financial data into actionable business decisions.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage all accounting and finance functions for a $75M manufacturing organization </li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of 8 accounting professionals across general accounting, AP/AR, cost accounting, and financial reporting </li><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting </li><li>Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning, operational initiatives, and business performance analysis </li><li>Drive FP& A activities including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, KPI reporting, and variance analysis </li><li>Develop and enhance financial models to support pricing, profitability analysis, capital investments, and growth strategies </li><li>Lead all cost accounting functions including inventory valuation, standard costing, labor and overhead analysis, BOM review, and manufacturing variance analysis </li><li>Evaluate operational performance and identify opportunities for cost savings, margin improvement, and process optimization </li><li>Strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes to support scalability and operational excellence </li><li>Coordinate external audits, tax filings, banking relationships, and compliance requirements </li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, production, and sales leadership </li><li>Play a key role in long-term succession planning with clear visibility toward future CFO responsibilities </li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a non-profit organization’s accounting operations in Trenton, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position will oversee accurate financial reporting, compliance activities, and strong internal controls while partnering with finance leadership on planning and analysis. The role is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage complex financial processes, help prepare for audits, and ensure grant-related financial activity is properly tracked and reported. This role will be fully onsite in Trenton, NJ. This position can be part-time or full-time schedule. Must have prior experience in the nonprofit industry including grant management and financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead monthly and year-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate financial results.</p><p>• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and related reports for leadership decision-making.</p><p>• Maintain and strengthen accounting controls, policies, and procedures to protect financial accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Support grant accounting activities, including tracking restricted funds, monitoring expenditures, and preparing required financial documentation.</p><p>• Partner with the Director of Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and broader financial planning efforts across the organization.</p><p>• Coordinate audit preparation by organizing schedules, reconciling accounts, and responding to auditor requests.</p><p>• Perform advanced accounting work such as balance sheet reconciliations, journal entry oversight, and variance analysis.</p><p>• Assist with financial process improvements and support changes to accounting workflows or systems when needed.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead key accounting and financial oversight activities for an organization based in New Rochelle, New York. This Long-term Contract position is best suited for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can ensure timely reporting, strengthen internal controls, and provide clear financial insight to leadership. The role is fully onsite and offers the opportunity to contribute across budgeting, cash management, audit support, and overall fiscal operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly close cycle by reviewing account activity, validating journal entries, and producing accurate financial statements and internal management reports.<br>• Track daily cash balances, oversee banking transactions, and complete reconciliations to support strong cash visibility and reliable records.<br>• Collaborate with executive leadership on the development of annual operating and capital budgets, including foundation and grant-related financial planning.<br>• Evaluate revenue performance, spending patterns, and budget-to-actual results to identify variances and recommend practical corrective actions.<br>• Prepare and examine recurring financial reports such as income statements, balance sheets, cash flow summaries, and departmental expense analyses in accordance with accounting standards.<br>• Coordinate audit readiness efforts by assembling supporting schedules, maintaining organized documentation, and responding to requests from external auditors and funding sources.<br>• Oversee fixed asset records, purchasing-related financial activity, and investment tracking while reinforcing financial controls and reporting accuracy.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team. This role is vital to ensuring the seamless operation of the Accounting Department, overseeing financial reporting, compliance, and strategic analysis. The ideal candidate will leverage their leadership skills to guide a team of professionals and contribute to the company’s financial success.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the daily operations of the Accounting Department, including mentoring and evaluating a team of accounting professionals.</p><p>• Set departmental objectives, monitor workload distribution, and make key decisions regarding staff development and compensation.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and maintain organized records and internal controls.</p><p>• Oversee accurate and timely financial reporting for all business units, including corporate and federal submissions.</p><p>• Collaborate with senior management to provide insights into operational performance and financial trends.</p><p>• Lead the annual budgeting process and manage ongoing forecast updates.</p><p>• Analyze cost structures and identify variances in partnership with Operations and Engineering.</p><p>• Maintain and update standard costs for labor, materials, and overhead, and monitor inventory valuations.</p><p>• Conduct detailed variance analyses related to production and financial performance, offering actionable recommendations.</p><p>• Manage cash flow forecasts, capital spending plans, and initiatives to optimize working capital.</p>
<p>Are you a seasoned financial leader ready to take the reins of a dynamic, growth-oriented company? Our client, a leading manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to oversee financial operations and guide the company through its next phase of growth. With operations in over 60 countries, this organization is at the forefront of innovation in the global materials supply chain. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-growing business with a strong commitment to sustainability and global impact.</p><p><br></p><p>As Controller, you’ll be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring compliance and internal controls, and driving financial performance across domestic and international operations. You'll serve as a key advisor to the CEO and Board, lead cross-functional teams, and guide strategic initiatives spanning finance, warehousing, logistics, and beyond. </p><p><br></p><p>· Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals</p><p>· Lead and mentor teams across accounting, finance, treasury, and credit</p><p>· Provide strategic financial insights to support growth, expansion, and operations</p><p>· Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting (US GAAP and IFRS compliance)</p><p>· Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and preparation of board reports</p><p>· Manage cash flow, working capital, and credit facilities</p><p>· Implement foreign currency risk mitigation strategies</p><p>· Establish and maintain robust internal controls (including J-SOX compliance)</p><p>· Ensure tax, audit, and regulatory compliance across jurisdictions</p><p>· Oversee credit policies and customer risk assessments</p><p>· Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to drive profitability</p><p>· Lead cost optimization, process improvement, and technology adoption initiatives</p><p>· Act as a key advisor to the CEO and Board on financial planning and risk management</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please email your resume to Ben.Turnbull@roberthalf.</p>
We are looking for a Controller to lead core accounting activities and strengthen financial operations for a growing media company based in New York, New York. This role will oversee reporting accuracy, compliance, and control effectiveness while helping the organization build a finance function that can scale with continued growth. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to translate financial data into practical guidance for senior leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full accounting cycle, including period-end close, payables, receivables, payroll, fixed assets, cash activity, and revenue-related accounting.<br>• Prepare timely financial reports and ensure all statements align with applicable U.S. accounting requirements while keeping policies current with emerging standards.<br>• Strengthen accounting procedures, internal controls, and documentation to create efficient, repeatable, and audit-ready processes.<br>• Oversee tax and regulatory filings across federal, state, and local jurisdictions in partnership with outside specialists as needed.<br>• Monitor commission reporting and perform reconciliations across revenue streams to support completeness and accuracy.<br>• Coordinate equity-related accounting activities, maintain capitalization records, and manage supporting documentation alongside legal and finance stakeholders.<br>• Lead the annual external audit by organizing schedules, resolving requests, and guiding the process from planning through final completion.<br>• Evaluate financial systems and implement improvements to accounting tools, automation, and reporting workflows to increase speed, visibility, and control.<br>• Partner with executive leadership on treasury matters, banking relationships, financing support, and strategic decisions related to growth and international expansion.
<p>Join a fast-growing, multi-strategy investment platform managing over $800M in assets across venture capital, public equities, and family office strategies. The firm blends institutional rigor with entrepreneurial agility to back high-potential, category-defining companies.</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is seeking a hands-on Controller to take ownership of the management company finance function and help scale it alongside continued firm growth. This is a high-impact role offering broad exposure across accounting, FP& A, treasury, and strategic finance, with direct visibility to senior leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>· Lead all aspects of management company accounting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close, financial reporting, and workflow oversight</p><p>· Build, refine, and maintain financial models to support revenue, expense, and cash flow forecasting</p><p>· Partner with senior leadership on strategic planning, growth initiatives, and cost optimization</p><p>· Own treasury operations, including cash management, liquidity planning, banking relationships, and payment oversight</p><p>· Lead budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and development of management reporting packages</p><p>· Provide actionable financial insights and support scenario analysis to guide decision-making</p><p>· Oversee GP/family office financial operations, including capital activity, distributions, and partner-level reporting</p><p>· Drive process improvements, strengthen internal controls, and support systems enhancements, audits, and compliance efforts</p><p><br></p><p>This is a unique opportunity to step into a newly created role with real ownership, build and enhance a finance function, and gain direct exposure to senior leadership. The position offers a clear path toward senior finance leadership as the firm continues to grow. For immediate consideration please reach out to Alex.Muzaurieta@roberthalf.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a midsize non-profit organization in New York, New York. This role is pivotal in overseeing all accounting operations, including financial reporting, audit coordination, and transactional processes. The ideal candidate will thrive in an autonomous environment, managing end-to-end accounting functions while ensuring accuracy and compliance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage all transactional accounting tasks, including categorizing and posting deposits, disbursements, and bank statement activity.<br>• Process bi-weekly payroll, record investment transactions, and reconcile credit card activities.<br>• Prepare monthly financial statements, perform reconciliations between Raiser's Edge and QuickBooks Online, and track transfers across chapters.<br>• Execute quarterly financial closings, ensuring accrual-based statements and detailed profit and loss analyses for each chapter.<br>• Coordinate chapter invoicing based on shared expenses and manage the full audit process, acting as the primary liaison with auditors.<br>• Compile and deliver audit packages by gathering financial data from various chapters and bookkeepers.<br>• Ensure all balance sheet items are closed with sufficient audit evidence and utilize analytic procedures for income statement assurance.<br>• Oversee the finance team’s deliverables and maintain a centralized repository for all audit documentation.<br>• Prepare technical accounting memos and provide guidance on their application to financial statements.<br>• Support annual tax filings, including preparation and submission of Form 990.
<p>Join a fast-growing, digitally native lifestyle brand redefining modern retail for today’s consumer. With a strong foundation in fashion, home, and family-focused offerings, the company is entering an exciting phase of expansion and innovation.</p><p><br></p><p>The Controller will play a pivotal role in overseeing day-to-day financial operations while delivering strategic insights that support leadership decision-making. This is a highly hands-on position, blending accounting execution with financial planning and business analysis in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>· Oversee end-to-end financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, invoicing, vendor payments, expense tracking, and e-commerce/payment reconciliations</p><p>· Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes in partnership with external accountants; ensure accurate financial statements</p><p>· Produce and analyze financial reports (P& L, balance sheet, cash flow), tracking key metrics such as gross margin, discounts, returns, and vendor payouts</p><p>· Own budgeting and forecasting processes, including scenario planning to support strategic decisions across growth, marketing, and operations</p><p>· Manage cash flow and working capital, maintaining a rolling forecast and proactively identifying risks and opportunities</p><p>· Ensure compliance, maintain financial systems and controls, and drive process improvements while partnering cross-functionally to support operational alignment</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please email Ben.Turnbull@roberthalf.</p>
<p>Our client, a well-funded, high-growth fintech innovator, is on a mission to modernize the infrastructure of global finance—bringing together top minds from traditional finance and blockchain technology to build what comes next. They are currently seeking a <strong>Controller</strong> to build and own the entire finance function from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to step into a true founding finance role, where you’ll design the systems, controls, and processes that will support rapid growth while acting as a strategic partner to leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>· Own and operate the full accounting cycle, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month/quarter/year-end close</p><p>· Produce accurate financial statements, board reporting, and ongoing financial insights</p><p>· Design and implement internal controls, ensuring GAAP compliance and audit readiness</p><p>· Manage tax compliance, treasury operations, cash flow forecasting, and banking relationships</p><p>· Oversee equity-related processes, including 409A valuations and financial aspects of issuances</p><p>· Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and strategic decision-making</p><p>· Support fundraising efforts, audits, and due diligence processes</p><p>· Build and optimize a scalable finance tech stack, leveraging AI to enhance efficiency and insights</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please contact Alex.Muzaurieta@roberthalf.</p>
<p>Our client, a fast-growing, nationally recognized, e-commerce marketplace, is currently looking to hire an Assistant Controller to join their team. With a strong entrepreneurial culture and a commitment to innovation, this company serves millions of customers nationwide. This is a highly visible, hands-on role that partners closely with finance leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and build best-in-class processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>· Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger management, reconciliations, and the month-end close process</p><p>· Lead and optimize monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles to ensure timely, accurate GAAP-compliant financial reporting</p><p>· Prepare and review financial statements while researching and applying technical accounting guidance</p><p>· Partner with FP& A on management reporting, cash flow forecasting, and board-level materials</p><p>· Strengthen internal controls, support audit and tax processes, and serve as the primary liaison for external auditors</p><p>· Drive process and system improvements (including ERP implementations and automation) while supporting cross-functional initiatives and strategic projects</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration please email Ronny.Cohen@roberthalf</p>
<p>The <strong>Controller</strong> will oversee all aspects of accounting operations, internal controls, cost accounting, and financial reporting. This leader will play a key role in improving efficiency, reducing costs, optimizing cash flow, and enhancing the company’s financial infrastructure. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience implementing new technologies, driving automation, reducing average days receivable, and leveraging AI tools to transform accounting workflows and decision-making.</p><p>This role is highly visible within the organization and will serve as a trusted advisor to senior management.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Core Accounting & Financial Management</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Manage internal controls, general ledger integrity, and audit compliance.</li><li>Lead all cost accounting functions, including standard costing, inventory valuation, BOM analysis, and variance reporting.</li><li>Maintain and monitor cash flow, working capital, and banking relationships.</li></ul><p><strong>Systems, Automation & Technology</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the implementation, upgrade, and optimization of accounting and ERP systems.</li><li>Build automation into accounting workflows to increase speed, accuracy, and transparency.</li><li>Use AI tools daily to enhance reconciliation, variance analysis, forecasting, reporting, dashboarding, and data quality review.</li><li>Partner with IT and operations to evaluate emerging technologies and integrate them into the finance environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Operational Excellence & Performance Improvement</strong></p><ul><li>Drive initiatives to reduce average days sales outstanding (DSO) and improve receivables performance.</li><li>Identify and execute cost reduction opportunities across the organization.</li><li>Develop KPIs, dashboards, and analytics for better visibility and decision-making.</li><li>Strengthen forecasting accuracy through improved processes and data integrity.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership & Collaboration</strong></p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop an accounting team focused on accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Collaborate with the management team on strategic planning, budgeting, financial modeling, and long-term growth initiatives.</li><li>Serve as a key voice in taking the business to its next operational and financial level.</li></ul><p>Benefits:</p><p>PTO</p><p>401k</p>
<p>Controller opportunity with leading CPG company! Private Equity backed growth company seeks an individual with a combination of strong accounting process and team leadership skills. Your experience with process improvement, inventory management and financial operations will be appreciated and put to good use in this dynamic environment. Apply today to hear more about this hybrid role with a well-established company.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee daily accounting operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies.</p><p>• Manage inventory accounting processes and implement effective controls to maintain accuracy.</p><p>• Conduct detailed cash flow analyses and forecasts to support financial planning and decision-making.</p><p>• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements to deliver clear insights into the organization's performance.</p><p>• Collaborate with private equity stakeholders to address reporting requirements and optimize financial strategies.</p><p>• Develop and refine procedures to improve operational efficiency across accounting functions.</p><p>• Provide leadership and mentorship to the finance team, fostering a culture of growth and accountability.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end and year-end closings.</p><p>• Monitor and manage the organization’s cash flow to support business objectives.</p><p>• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and innovation.</p>
<p>The Controller will be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the company. This individual will play a critical role in shaping financial strategy, improving processes, and supporting continued portfolio expansion. Real Estate experience is REQUIRED.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all core accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial reporting</li><li>Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term financial planning processes</li><li>Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls, policies, and procedures</li><li>Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and capital planning activities</li><li>Provide strategic financial insight to support acquisitions, renovations, and growth initiatives</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable regulatory requirements</li><li>Partner closely with property management and operational teams to drive financial performance</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff</li></ul><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Medical/Dental/Vision</li><li>PTO</li><li>401k</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join a team on a Contract basis. This role is well suited for an accounting specialist who can support core financial operations, maintain accurate records, and help deliver timely reporting. The position will contribute to close activities, tax support preparation, and day-to-day accounting oversight while working with Microsoft Dynamics GP and Excel.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead monthly close activities by preparing entries, reviewing balances, and helping ensure reporting deadlines are met.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Prepare and organize financial reports that support management review and operational decision-making.</p><p>• Assist with documentation and schedules related to sales and use tax filings and supporting records.</p><p>• Provide accounting support for corporate tax preparation by compiling financial data and requested backup.</p><p>• Help prepare information required for fuel and road tax reporting in coordination with internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Use Microsoft Dynamics GP to record, review, and manage accounting transactions across key areas of the ledger.</p><p>• Build and maintain Excel worksheets and supporting schedules to analyze results and validate account activity.</p><p>• Support audit readiness by assembling financial statement backup and responding to requests tied to account activity.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to help lead accounting operations and strengthen financial oversight for a manufacturing-focused business in Secaucus, New Jersey. This role plays a central part in managing the close cycle, supporting accurate financial reporting, and delivering insight into cost performance and operational results. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on cost accounting expertise, and the ability to partner effectively with operations and supply chain leaders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the month-end close process, including manufacturing-related accounting activity, to ensure expenses, accruals, and inventory impacts are recorded completely and accurately.<br>• Review reconciliations, evaluate general ledger activity, and analyze production and supply chain variances to explain financial results.<br>• Track actual performance against budgets and forecasts, investigate key deviations, and help develop actions to improve financial outcomes.<br>• Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and leadership updates that highlight trends, risks, and business opportunities.<br>• Lead cost accounting activities such as standard costing, annual cost reviews, and analysis of material, labor, and overhead performance.<br>• Partner with manufacturing and supply chain teams to improve cost efficiency, resolve operational variances, and support pricing and product cost decisions.<br>• Coordinate external audits, internal audits, tax-related requests, and inventory or cost of sales reviews by providing timely documentation and analysis.<br>• Maintain and improve accounting policies, internal controls, and compliance practices while supporting process enhancements that increase accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Supervise and develop accounting team members and facilitate regular meetings with operational leaders to review results and share cost insights.
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join a logistics organization in New Hyde Park, New York. This role plays a central part in maintaining accurate financial operations, strengthening controls, and supporting reliable reporting across the business. The position also serves as a key partner to leadership by overseeing tax coordination, assisting with audit activities, and guiding the accounting team through critical close and compliance processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Help drive monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Evaluate journal entries, reconciliations, variance reviews, and supporting workpapers prepared by the accounting team to maintain reporting quality.<br>• Oversee key balance sheet areas by confirming proper support, documentation, and accountability for items such as accruals, reserves, prepaids, fixed assets, and leases.<br>• Work closely with FP& A to align accounting outputs with forecasting needs, management reporting, and explanation of business performance changes.<br>• Support the Controller in upholding accounting policies, internal controls, and standardized procedures across multiple entities.<br>• Apply U.S. GAAP consistently in areas including lease accounting, revenue treatment, intercompany transactions, accruals, and asset capitalization.<br>• Lead coordination of tax-related activities with outside advisors, including review of filings, management of notices, and support for audits and compliance requirements.<br>• Partner with operations, accounts payable, and procurement teams to strengthen sales and use tax practices, exemption tracking, and audit readiness.<br>• Assist with external audit preparation by organizing requested materials, supporting disclosures, and ensuring timely responses from the accounting team.<br>• Provide day-to-day direction and coaching to accounting staff while reinforcing accountability, documentation standards, and high-quality execution.
<p>• Oversee the operations of the accounting department so as to achieve the department’s goals and objectives; supervise accounting personnel.</p><p>• Maintain documented system of accounting policies and procedures; maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions.</p><p>• Manage debt and bank financing for future expansion borrowings with applicable bank reporting requirements.</p><p>• Administer the 401(k) plan and be responsible for the transmittal of weekly 401(K) plan contributions, year-end reporting, 3% safe harbor calculations/annual contribution, 401(k) loans, annual plan review, etc.</p><p>• Participate in the team effort for new production line purchase and office construction; act as NYS Grant Liaison.</p><p>• Handle insurance policy annual renewals – general liability, workers compensation, umbrella, auto, property, etc.; maintain appropriate coverages/cost containment, etc; file claims and provide required paperwork.</p><p>• Participate in the administration of health insurance benefits and annual renewals, review plan costs and make recommendations.</p><p>• Maintain a solid, professional relationship with current bank institution representatives; prepare quarterly and annual reports and GL reviews for bank reporting.</p><p>• Manage cash flow for CFD and affiliate companies, on a daily basis; manage AP for weekly check runs to determine payouts; download weekly Positive Pay report for transmittal to Cash Pro; ensure timely accounts receivable collections.</p><p>• Provide financial guidance and data to other departments on an on-going basis.</p><p>• Recommend and manage the purchase of contracts for important/necessary key items, on behalf of the company.</p><p>• Assist with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) negotiations with company attorney and union representatives. </p><p>• Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions.</p><p>• Recommend benchmarks against which to measure the performance of the company’s operations.</p><p>• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts; calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to owners.</p><p>• Provide financial analyses as needed in particular capital investment pricing decisions and contract negotiations.</p><p>• Comply with local, state and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.</p><p>• Participate in any special projects and compile any special reports.</p><p>• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions that are in the best interest of the company.</p><p>• Communicate with co-workers, management, customers, associates and others in a courteous and professional manner; ensure that principals are kept apprised.</p><p>• Attend management and other meetings.</p><p>• Perform any other related duties for Caribbean Food Delights and other related companies as assigned and unilaterally determined by CFD.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support financial operations and help maintain accurate, timely reporting for a hospitality firm in New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position will work closely with financial leadership to improve controls, guide accounting processes, and provide insight that supports sound business decisions. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting knowledge with leadership ability, careful attention to accuracy, and a practical approach to process improvement. This role is fully onsite in Belmar, NJ. This role will have fluctuating hours ranging from 20-40 hours a week.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with the Controller to prepare monthly and year-end financial statements, ensuring reporting is complete, reliable, and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activity and month-end close tasks to maintain accurate accounting records across the organization.</p><p>• Evaluate and enhance internal control practices to protect assets, reduce financial risk, and promote compliance.</p><p>• Support the development of annual budgets and periodic forecasts by gathering data, reviewing trends, and analyzing performance.</p><p>• Lead day-to-day accounting operations while coaching team members, setting expectations, and encouraging continued growth.</p><p>• Monitor cash activity, assist with treasury planning, and help optimize the use of financial resources.</p><p>• Manage inventory accounting and related controls to ensure proper valuation, reconciliation, and accountability.</p><p>• Review financial transactions, billing activity, credit exposure, and collections to maintain control over receivables and delegated approvals.</p><p>• Assist with tax filings, regulatory reporting, contract and lease review, and other financial obligations to support overall compliance.</p><p>• Deliver variance analysis and performance reporting that helps leadership evaluate results and plan effectively.</p>
<p>My client is a well-established, highly profitable $300- 400 million dollar privately held apparel wholesaler located in NYC.</p><p> </p><p>The CFO is looking for an exceptional Director of Finance/Controller to add to their team. This will report directly into the CFO. This role is a blended Controllership/FP& A based role.</p><p> </p><p>The best profile will be someone with an accounting foundation/Controller that has since moved into a blended FPA/Accounting based role. The CFO will also be open to a Controller who is looking to break into a blended FPA role.</p><p> </p><p>As always, this is a permanent, full time, fully benefited salaried position (this is NOT a temp role or temp to perm).</p><p> </p><p>They are located in midtown and are in the office 4 days and remote 1 day.</p><p> </p><p>Compensation Package based on experience:</p><p>Base: $185 - $220k base + discretionary bonus</p><p> </p><p>The role will cover:</p><ul><li>Work on special projects with the CFO</li><li>Support FP& A function, treasury and cash flow</li><li>Supporting the Controllership team</li><li>Overall team is around 18x staff</li><li>Experience with brand licensing and royalty accounting is a +</li><li>Identify ways to improve process, automation, procedure </li></ul><p>Who are you?</p><ul><li>MUST have experience within the product-based sector, ideally wholesale/apparel, open to retail and manufacturing backgrounds </li><li>A minimum of a BA/BS in accounting from a top accredited school</li><li>B4/Public Accounting and/or a CPA are a +</li><li>10+ years of experience. </li></ul><p> </p><p>Exceptional communications skills are required. A great dynamic personality and the ability to work along your fellow colleagues is crucial. He or she must be able to effectively collaborate with individuals both inside and outside the company.</p><p> </p><p>If you would like to be considered for this position, please email your resume in a word document to Kevin.Chin@Roberthalf</p>
<p>This role will oversee core accounting operations and financial reporting for the business. The successful candidate will have 7+ years of progressive general accounting experience within a manufacturing environment, with a strong command of inventory accounting. This is not a purely supervisory position—this role requires direct involvement in transactional and operational accounting.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process</li><li>Prepare and review internal financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting, including costing, reserves, and reconciliations</li><li>Handle or closely supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Perform general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis</li><li>Maintain and improve accounting controls, processes, and documentation</li><li>Support external auditors and year‑end reporting requirements</li><li>Partner with operations and management to support financial decision‑making</li></ul><p><br></p>