<p>A growing hospitality organization in New York, New York, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its financial operations and support continued growth. This Long-term Contract position will oversee core accounting operations, strengthen financial discipline, and support accurate reporting across the business. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise in close processes, reconciliations, and audit readiness while guiding the accounting function through a period of operational improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the day-to-day accounting function, providing direction to the team and promoting consistent, well-controlled financial operations.</p><p>• Oversee monthly and annual close activities to ensure timely completion, accuracy, and compliance with reporting standards.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports, delivering clear insight into business performance.</p><p>• Manage account reconciliation processes and resolve discrepancies to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.</p><p>• Coordinate accounting support for the upcoming audit cycle, including documentation, schedules, and responses to auditor requests.</p><p>• Bring structure to fragmented finance and accounting workflows by improving processes, controls, and team execution.</p><p>• Act as the accounting lead for the NetSuite implementation, partnering with technical resources and external implementation support.</p><p>• Supervise organizational accounting activities and help establish a more stable and scalable operating model for the finance function.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Westbury, New York. This position requires a hands-on, detail-oriented finance leader who can oversee reporting accuracy, strengthen financial controls, and support sound business decisions in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in cost accounting, broad knowledge of day-to-day accounting functions, and the judgment to manage competing priorities with discretion and precision.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct accounting activities across payables, receivables, inventory, payroll, tax, and banking functions to ensure accurate and timely financial operations.<br>• Manage manufacturing-related cost accounting processes, including analysis of production costs, inventory valuation, and financial performance trends.<br>• Develop, implement, and monitor internal control procedures that protect company assets and support compliance with financial policies.<br>• Prepare, review, and analyze financial information to provide leadership with clear insights for operational and strategic decision-making.<br>• Coordinate month-end and year-end close activities while maintaining a high standard of accuracy in detailed financial records and reporting.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to organize financial data, resolve issues efficiently, and keep multiple priorities moving forward on schedule.<br>• Use accounting systems, spreadsheets, and business software to maintain records, generate reports, and improve the reliability of financial information.<br>• Handle sensitive financial and organizational information with a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
<p><strong>CONSTRUCTION CONTROLLER, Garden City, Long Island, NY</strong></p><p><strong>Anna Parson at Robert Half </strong>is partnering with a growing, multi-entity large construction client seeking an experienced <strong>Construction Controller</strong> that has worked in organizations with revenue of $100M+ to lead consolidated, multi entity financial reporting, project accounting, and operational accounting & finance. The Construction Controller will oversee the consolidated, audited financial reporting of multiple operating entities and is ideal for a construction finance leader with experience supporting organizations generating <strong>$100M+ in annual revenue</strong>.</p><p>The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader who combines strong controllership and leadership skills with a deep understanding of construction project economics, WIP reporting, and long-term project profitability.</p><p><strong>As the Construction Controller you will: </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the monthly close process, general ledger activities, and consolidated financial reporting for multiple operating entities</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements while serving as the primary liaison to auditors, banks, and sureties</li><li>Oversee WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, cost-to-complete forecasting, and project profitability analysis</li><li>Partner closely with estimators, project managers, superintendents, and field personnel to review project estimates, budgets, forecasts, and job performance</li><li>Analyze gain/fade trends, labor productivity, equipment utilization, and project forecasts to identify risks and opportunities</li><li>Manage surety, bonding, banking, and cash reporting requirements</li><li>Develop meaningful management reporting focused on backlog, project performance, forecasted profitability, and key operating metrics</li><li>Drive process improvements and lead ERP implementation, integration, and optimization initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking for in the Construction Controller: </strong></p><p>This company is seeking a Controller who can take ownership of the finance function while serving as a strategic partner to ownership and operations. The ideal candidate understands that project profitability depends on accurate forecasting, disciplined financial controls, and strong collaboration with project teams. They will have the ability to improve reporting, enhance processes, lead through change, and provide the financial insight necessary to support continued growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>For confidential consideration, please contact Anna Parson at Robert Half or apply Now!.</strong></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Controller to support document management operations. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>•Oversee financial operations, accounting, and reporting functions for all university campuses and operations. </li><li>Manage staff in accounting, payroll, accounts payable, grants, restricted funds, treasury and purchasing; manage financial accounting for dining and residence halls.</li><li>Maintain and advance processes to improve data integrity, financial reporting, internal controls, and general business efficiencies with use of AI and technology. </li><li>Manage obligations for external financial reporting requirements, including tax filings, audits, and institutional accrediting bodies.</li><li>Serve as primary contact for all external auditors.</li><li>Manage all treasury functions including establishment and maintenance of all bank accounts, investment accounts, and trustee-managed funds.</li><li>Design and execute plans for debt issuance and maintain cash forecast models. </li><li>Manage property appraisals and accounting for real estate and leasing transactions.</li><li>Serve as primary external contact to rating agencies, investment banks and municipal lending authorities.</li><li>Implement and monitor all electronic payment functions for domestic and international receipts and payments. </li><li>Coordinate and support all financial modelling tools with budget office.</li><li>Participate in administration of retirement funds, investment policies, and endowment management functions. </li><li>Coordinate debt and capital expenditure planning with budget and facilities operations.</li><li>Serve as financial team leader on IT matters regarding data security, financial integrity, and system/software additions or changes.</li><li>Work closely with Human Resources and General Counsel in financial planning for employee benefit plans.</li><li>Serve on retirement savings plan committee. </li><li>Oversee audits and required federal filings for benefit plans.</li><li>Work closely with general counsel and others to support risk management functions and annual insurance policy renewals. </li><li>Assist in drafting policies and procedures to reduce corporate exposures.</li><li>Prepare agendas, materials, resolutions and minutes for various board committees, including Audit, Finance, and Investments, coordinating with other departments as needed.</li><li>Provide special research and assignments related to financial and statistical data as requested by CFO, General Counsel, Provost and President. </li><li>Participate and provide recommendations to support multi-departmental task forces for university initiatives.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Controller</strong></p><p>Seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting, financial reporting, and finance operations across multiple entities. Reporting directly to ownership, this role will oversee the monthly close process, financial statement preparation, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, internal controls, and accounting team leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage all accounting and financial reporting activities, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.</li><li>Oversee cash, AP, AR, inventory, fixed assets, payroll, and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Prepare financial statements, cash flow reports, budgets, forecasts, KPIs, and management reporting packages.</li><li>Analyze financial performance, investigate variances, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership.</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and audit-ready financial records.</li><li>Coordinate audits, tax filings, lender reporting, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Partner with ownership on acquisitions, financing transactions, strategic initiatives, and operational improvements.</li><li>Support inventory management, real estate holdings, hospitality operations, and other business initiatives.</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented accounting leader who enjoys a hands-on role and partnering directly with ownership to drive financial performance and business growth.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Controller to support document management operations in Woodbury, New York. This role focuses on organizing, reviewing, and maintaining critical records to ensure information is accurate, accessible, and properly handled. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in document control and scanning processes, along with the ability to keep high-volume files structured and up to date.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee document control activities to maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized records.<br>• Scan paper and electronic files efficiently while ensuring image quality and proper indexing.<br>• Compile documents from multiple sources into consistent, easy-to-reference file sets.<br>• Review records for completeness and identify missing, duplicated, or inaccurate information before filing.<br>• Maintain filing systems that allow documents to be retrieved quickly and securely when needed.<br>• Coordinate the handling of incoming and archived materials to support smooth recordkeeping workflows.
We are looking for a Controller to support document-focused operations in Union, New Jersey. This position plays a key role in keeping business records organized, accessible, and accurately maintained through careful handling of physical and digital files. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, consistency in document processing, and the ability to manage scanning and control activities in a structured environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the organization and maintenance of business documents to ensure records are accurate and easy to retrieve.<br>• Process paper files into digital formats by completing scanning tasks with a high level of accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Review incoming materials for completeness before indexing, filing, or converting them into electronic records.<br>• Compile documents from multiple sources to create complete and well-structured record sets.<br>• Monitor document control practices to support compliance with internal standards for record handling.<br>• Maintain orderly filing systems for both physical and scanned documentation.<br>• Identify missing, duplicated, or unclear records and resolve issues before final submission or storage.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to provide timely access to requested documents and archived materials.
<p>Our client is seeking a hands-on Controller to oversee accounting and financial operations for a privately held group consisting of fuel distribution businesses, commercial real estate holdings, and investment entities. This role will manage day-to-day accounting, reporting, banking relationships, and financial records while serving as a key business partner to ownership. Expereince in QuickBooks and Yardi software experience is highly preferred. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities of the position may include</strong></p><ul><li>Managing accounting for multiple entities, including fuel distribution, commercial real estate, and investments.</li><li>Maintaining general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting.</li><li>Preparing monthly reporting packages for ownership and external CPA firm.</li><li>Handling rent collections, lease administration, tenant billings, and CAM reconciliations.</li><li>Coordinating with banks, lenders, real estate partners, attorneys, and outside advisors.</li><li>Overseeing cash management, debt schedules, and banking activities.</li><li>Preparing and filing motor fuel tax returns for multiple states.</li><li>Monitoring fuel inventory, fuel margins, and related accounting activities.</li><li>Tracking and accounting for futures contracts and hedging transactions.</li><li>Ensuring accurate accounting records and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p>Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Profit Sharing, PTO</p>
<p>Central NJ Construction company has immediate need for a permanent a Controller. The Controller must have prior construction industry experience and be comfortable performing the responsibilities included below: -Daily reporting to management of Cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, line of credit. -Weekly review and reconciliation of the accounts payable balances to ensure all items are accurate. - Budgeting and Forecasting - Review of the balance sheet and profit and loss statements to - WIP Report maintenance - Working with project manager/ estimator/ management on reconciling issues with jobs on the schedule. - Administering the weekly payroll and working with the third-party provider to ensure accurate and timely payroll. - Assist the project manager/estimator/management in financial requests related to bid submission. </p><p> Salary in the 150-160K range plus M/D/V and retirement savings plan.</p>
<p>**Legal Industry Experience Required**</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to oversee the day-to-day accounting operations and help drive the financial integrity of a growing organization in New Jersey. Reporting to and partnering closely with the <strong>Head of Accounting</strong>, this individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, managing cash flow activities, and providing financial insights that support strategic business decisions.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities while developing and mentoring accounting staff.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Partner with the Head of Accounting to oversee the organization's accounting function and ensure accurate, timely, and efficient financial operations.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, establishing priorities and reviewing work to maintain high-quality deliverables.</li><li>Manage the full payroll process, including employee updates, deductions, compliance reporting, reconciliations, and coordination with third-party payroll providers.</li><li>Oversee trust and operating accounts, ensuring proper accounting treatment, reconciliation, and compliance with company policies.</li><li>Review and monitor high-volume wire transactions and cash activity, ensuring accuracy, security, and appropriate financial controls.</li><li>Perform and review daily, monthly, and annual account reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial records.</li><li>Maintain the general ledger, monitor account activity, and ensure proper account classifications and coding.</li><li>Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning initiatives, providing meaningful analysis of trends and variances.</li><li>Evaluate and enhance internal controls, risk management practices, and fraud prevention procedures.</li><li>Coordinate external audits and serve as a key liaison with auditors, banking partners, payroll providers, and other external stakeholders.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase operational efficiency, and strengthen reporting capabilities across the finance function.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Medical/Dental/Vision</p><p>401k</p><p>PTO</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Interim Controller to support a nonprofit organization through a Contract engagement. This role will lead core accounting operations, strengthen financial oversight, and help ensure the organization is fully prepared for its upcoming audit. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on expertise in financial close activities, reconciliations, budget management, cash and payroll oversight, along with hands-on experience with Workday Financial Management (ERP).</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the preparation for external audit activities by organizing financial records, validating supporting documentation, and resolving accounting discrepancies.</p><p>• Oversee monthly close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting across the general ledger and related financial statements.</p><p>• Perform detailed reconciliations for accounts and balance sheet items, investigating variances and correcting issues as needed.</p><p>• Review payroll-related financial activity to confirm accuracy, completeness, and proper recording in the accounting system.</p><p>• Manage treasury functions and monitor cash flow to support day-to-day operations and informed financial planning.</p><p>• Assist with budgeting and forecasting efforts by analyzing historical results, current trends, and organizational needs.</p><p>• Maintain strong oversight of financial data within Workday Financials ERP and support effective use of the platform for accounting operations.</p><p>• Compile and organize key financial documents required for reporting, compliance, and audit readiness.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide reliable financial insight for leadership in Mount Vernon, New York. This role oversees close activities, reporting, job costing, payroll-related accounting, and compliance across project-based operations. The ideal candidate brings strong command of construction or project accounting, a disciplined approach to controls, and the ability to guide a team while partnering closely with operations and project leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly and annual close activities by coordinating deadlines, reviewing account activity, and ensuring the trial balance is accurate, fully supported, and ready for audit review.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting, while delivering meaningful variance commentary against prior periods and budget.<br>• Maintain the general ledger structure, oversee journal entry preparation and review, and ensure reconciliations and supporting schedules meet U.S. accounting standards.<br>• Direct cash management activities by reviewing daily liquidity, overseeing bank and credit card reconciliations, and helping support forecasting and treasury planning.<br>• Supervise payroll accounting processes, including liability reconciliations, benefit-related accruals, and review procedures that help resolve deduction and withholding discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Manage certified payroll and prevailing wage compliance for applicable projects, including report preparation, documentation uploads, subcontractor payroll tracking, and responses to audit or administrator requests.<br>• Oversee billing, accounts receivable, and collections by guiding invoicing, reconciling pay applications to invoices, addressing billing corrections, and reducing aged balances and retainage exposure.<br>• Own job costing and work-in-progress reporting by validating cost allocations, reviewing percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, monitoring change orders and retainage, and highlighting overbilling or underbilling risks.<br>• Support tax and regulatory obligations through sales tax filings, related accounting entries, and coordination for insurance, workers’ compensation, and other financial audits.<br>• Act as the accounting lead for the finance systems environment, including Sage Intacct, BuildOps, Coast, and certified payroll tracking tools, while improving procedures, strengthening internal controls, and developing the accounting team through consistent coaching and weekly review cadences.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial oversight for a manufacturing operation in Newark, New Jersey. This role partners closely with plant leadership to strengthen accounting practices, improve cost visibility, and support sound operational decision-making. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical judgment with hands-on leadership and the ability to work effectively across departments while providing reliable reporting to management and executives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the facility’s accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial records, timely close processes, and strong internal controls.<br>• Collaborate with plant leadership to evaluate production costs, monitor inventory valuation, and identify opportunities to improve profitability.<br>• Review financial results and investigate variances to provide clear insights and practical recommendations for operational and executive teams.<br>• Develop and maintain reports that support department managers and senior leadership in planning, forecasting, and performance analysis.<br>• Lead process improvement efforts within finance and related functions to increase efficiency, accuracy, and consistency.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to support information technology needs connected to financial reporting and business operations.<br>• Provide guidance and oversight to accounting staff while fostering accountability, teamwork, and high-quality execution.<br>• Ensure adherence to company policies, financial procedures, and applicable standards across all areas of responsibility.