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Controller

Mount Vernon, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • 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. • 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. • Maintain the general ledger structure, oversee journal entry preparation and review, and ensure reconciliations and supporting schedules meet U.S. accounting standards. • Direct cash management activities by reviewing daily liquidity, overseeing bank and credit card reconciliations, and helping support forecasting and treasury planning. • Supervise payroll accounting processes, including liability reconciliations, benefit-related accruals, and review procedures that help resolve deduction and withholding discrepancies in a timely manner. • 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. • Oversee billing, accounts receivable, and collections by guiding invoicing, reconciling pay applications to invoices, addressing billing corrections, and reducing aged balances and retainage exposure. • 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. • Support tax and regulatory obligations through sales tax filings, related accounting entries, and coordination for insurance, workers’ compensation, and other financial audits. • 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.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Controller

Newark, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Direct the facility’s accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial records, timely close processes, and strong internal controls. • Collaborate with plant leadership to evaluate production costs, monitor inventory valuation, and identify opportunities to improve profitability. • Review financial results and investigate variances to provide clear insights and practical recommendations for operational and executive teams. • Develop and maintain reports that support department managers and senior leadership in planning, forecasting, and performance analysis. • Lead process improvement efforts within finance and related functions to increase efficiency, accuracy, and consistency. • Partner with cross-functional teams to support information technology needs connected to financial reporting and business operations. • Provide guidance and oversight to accounting staff while fostering accountability, teamwork, and high-quality execution. • Ensure adherence to company policies, financial procedures, and applicable standards across all areas of responsibility.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

Controller

Westbury, NY
onsite
Temporary / Contract
70 - 80 USD / Hourly
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). Responsibilities:• Lead the preparation for external audit activities by organizing financial records, validating supporting documentation, and resolving accounting discrepancies.• Oversee monthly close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting across the general ledger and related financial statements.• Perform detailed reconciliations for accounts and balance sheet items, investigating variances and correcting issues as needed.• Review payroll-related financial activity to confirm accuracy, completeness, and proper recording in the accounting system.• Manage treasury functions and monitor cash flow to support day-to-day operations and informed financial planning.• Assist with budgeting and forecasting efforts by analyzing historical results, current trends, and organizational needs.• Maintain strong oversight of financial data within Workday Financials ERP and support effective use of the platform for accounting operations.• Compile and organize key financial documents required for reporting, compliance, and audit readiness.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Controller

Englishtown, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
**Legal Industry Experience Required** We are seeking an experienced Controller 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 Head of Accounting, 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.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.Key Responsibilities<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> Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision401kPTO
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Assistant Property Manager

Newark, NJ
onsite
Temporary / Contract
24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Assistant Property Manager to help oversee daily property operations and deliver a high standard of service to residents, prospects, and business partners in Newark, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who is detail oriented and can balance leasing support, compliance activities, and operational coordination while keeping multiple priorities on track. The role works closely with site leadership to support occupancy goals, resident satisfaction, and efficient building performance across assigned properties. Responsibilities: • Support the Property Manager with routine operations, tenant relations, and site administration for assigned properties. • Coordinate maintenance requests, follow up on service completion, and help ensure building issues are addressed promptly. • Assist with leasing activity by communicating with prospective residents, preparing documentation, and supporting occupancy efforts. • Maintain organized resident records and keep files complete, accurate, and ready for compliance reviews or audits. • Help manage annual recertifications, lease renewals, and related documentation in accordance with applicable housing program requirements. • Monitor inspections, resident concerns, and vendor interactions to promote responsive service and smooth day-to-day operations. • Contribute to the financial and operational performance of the properties by tracking key administrative tasks and supporting site reporting. • Use property management systems such as Yardi and Rent Café to update records, process information, and maintain workflow accuracy.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z