<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>
<p>Established South Jersey client is looking to add a Controller with real estate industry experience to their finance team. The Controller will be responsible for ensuring compliance within the government sector, overseeing cost accounting, consolidations, financial reporting, budgeting, general ledger responsibilities, assisting with payroll tax processing, creating financial forecasting coordinating month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes, and implementing and maintaining internal controls to safeguard company assets. The ideal individual for this role must be a people leader, drive process improvements & ERP system enhancements, have strong knowledge of GAAP, and proven experience in budgeting.</p><p><br></p><p>Major Responsibilities</p><p>· Review and manage accounting operations</p><p>· Oversee the month end close process</p><p>· Develop financial strategies</p><p>· Expense Variance Review</p><p>· Prepare financial statements and reports</p><p>· Account Reconciliations </p><p>· Consolidate financial data</p><p>· Internal Control Monitoring</p><p>· Assist with internal/external audit preparation</p><p>· Coach, Train, Mentor financial staff</p>
<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>Robert Half is seeking a Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting activities for our real estate client located in the Philadelphia area. This Controller role combines strategic financial oversight with active involvement in daily accounting functions, partnering closely with leadership and the accounting team to maintain accurate records and timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in real estate accounting, strong command of Sage 300, and the ability to strengthen controls while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Direct accounting and reporting activities for multiple real estate entities, ensuring accurate results and timely financial close processes.</li><li>Review general ledger activity, prepare financial statements, and analyze balances to support informed business decisions.</li><li>Reconcile bank and escrow accounts across numerous accounts and resolve variances promptly and accurately.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, and cash flow activity to support smooth day-to-day operations.</li><li>Manage payroll-related accounting processes and confirm proper recording of compensation and related liabilities.</li><li>Administer tenant charges and lease accounting, maintaining accuracy in billing and ongoing account activity.</li><li>Support real estate transactions and intercompany accounting across a multi-entity structure.</li><li>Maintain effective internal controls, improve accounting workflows, and address discrepancies to enhance accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Partner with senior leadership on financial reporting, compliance matters, and broader accounting strategy.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Controller to lead financial oversight and support sound business decisions for our operations in Richmond Hill, New York. This role partners closely with project, sales, and leadership teams to strengthen budgeting, reporting, billing, and cash management across the division. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial awareness, a disciplined approach to controls, and the ability to keep projects aligned with financial targets and contractual obligations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and maintain financial policies, approval workflows, and reporting practices that promote responsible fiscal management and support divisional objectives.<br>• Partner with project leaders to develop budgets, monitor spending, track cash movement, and measure progress against project timelines and commercial commitments.<br>• Manage the invoicing cycle from preparation through submission and follow-up, helping ensure timely collections and steady incoming cash.<br>• Improve billing methods and recommend process enhancements that strengthen receivables performance and support healthy divisional liquidity.<br>• Direct accounts payable operations to ensure invoices and payments are reviewed, coded, and processed accurately within required timeframes.<br>• Review project-related costs to confirm they align with approved budgets, internal procedures, and scheduled milestones before processing.<br>• Track purchasing, materials usage, and task completion to identify variances early and help keep projects on schedule and within budget.<br>• Oversee the financial compliance of subcontractor, vendor, and fabricator engagements, ensuring commitments meet budget parameters, timing needs, and contractual standards.<br>• Produce recurring management reports covering profit and loss, cash position, forecast performance, budget comparisons, and aging of payables and receivables.<br>• Reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts, validate transactional accuracy, and collaborate with sales and project teams on pricing, contract terms, and change documentation.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide strong financial oversight for a healthcare-focused environment in Bedminster, New Jersey. This position is responsible for guiding the close process, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting the integrity of billing and cash-related activities. The ideal candidate brings a solid background in medical billing and revenue cycle management, along with the ability to keep deadlines on track across multiple accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the monthly financial close cycle and ensure reporting activities are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Supervise account reconciliations and review day-to-day transaction activity to maintain reliable financial records.</p><p>• Provide oversight of accounts payable, payroll administration, customer billing, and cash handling processes.</p><p>• Partner with team members to support healthcare billing operations and strengthen revenue cycle performance.</p><p>• Review banking activity and reconcile balances to help ensure completeness and accuracy across accounts.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial documentation, including compiled and scanned records, to support audit readiness and internal controls.</p><p>• Monitor assigned deliverables across accounting operations and drive timely completion of critical tasks.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Benefits: Medical/vision/dental, 403b</p>
We are looking for an accomplished Controller to oversee financial operations for a manufacturing organization in Horsham, Pennsylvania. This position will guide core accounting activities, deliver reliable financial reporting, and provide meaningful analysis that supports operational and strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in manufacturing finance, a strong command of cost accounting, and the leadership skills needed to strengthen processes, mentor staff, and drive performance across the accounting function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the daily work of the accounting team, aligning workloads, priorities, and team structure with business objectives and department goals.<br>• Produce accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements along with management reporting that supports informed decision-making.<br>• Lead the planning cycle for budgets and forecasts, including revenue, operating expenses, and cash flow projections.<br>• Review actual results against budgets and forecasts, identify notable variances, and present actionable insights to leadership.<br>• Assess financial performance across costs, revenue trends, commitments, and obligations to support business planning and operational strategy.<br>• Oversee inventory, job, and product costing within the ERP environment, ensuring accuracy in manufacturing-related financial data.<br>• Manage general ledger activity, including journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed assets, and the monthly close process.<br>• Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to promote timely disbursements, collections, and strong cash management.<br>• Establish and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, chart of accounts integrity, and organized financial documentation, while coordinating external audit activities.<br>• Coach and develop accounting staff, lead departmental initiatives, and contribute to process improvements and other high-priority finance projects as needed.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee accounting operations and maintain accurate financial reporting for an established specialty chemicals business based in New York, New York. This position plays a central role in managing day-to-day financial records, supporting monthly and annual close activities, and delivering dependable information to leadership and investors. Working within a lean, collaborative environment, the Controller will also partner with external tax advisors and contribute to broader operational and financial initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly and year-end close activities, ensuring financial statements are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Maintain the general ledger using Sage and/or QuickBooks, with careful attention to account accuracy and supporting documentation.<br>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes to support timely payments, collections, and cash flow visibility.<br>• Reconcile bank accounts regularly and investigate discrepancies to keep records current and reliable.<br>• Prepare financial reports and supporting analysis for investors and internal leadership.<br>• Coordinate with outside tax professionals to provide required documentation and support tax reporting activities.<br>• Monitor accounting records and internal financial processes to promote accuracy, consistency, and compliance.<br>• Assist with cross-functional projects involving cost management, sales support, logistics, and other business priorities as needed.
<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>Established manufacturing company in Edison, NJ is seeking a Controller.</p><p> </p><p>Benefits:</p><p> • Paid time off</p><p>• Dental insurance</p><p> • Health insurance</p><p> • Vision Insurance</p><p> • Health savings account</p><p> • Life insurance</p><p>• 401(k) including profit sharing</p><p> </p>
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.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and provide strong financial oversight for an organization based in Newark, New Jersey. This role is ideal for a hands-on finance leader with grant accounting expertise who can manage day-to-day financial activities, support compliance across funding sources, and guide a small team. The position offers the opportunity to contribute strategic insight while maintaining accurate, well-controlled financial processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the organization’s accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and reliable month-end and year-end close processes.<br>• Manage grant-related financial activity for local, state, and federal funding sources, including tracking, reporting, and compliance oversight.<br>• Supervise key finance support roles, including a Grant Analyst and external consulting resources, while providing leadership over accounts payable and accounts receivable activities.<br>• Maintain strong internal controls and review financial transactions to support accuracy, accountability, and audit readiness.<br>• Partner with leadership to monitor budgets, evaluate financial performance, and provide recommendations that support sound decision-making.<br>• Oversee documentation and financial records to ensure reporting requirements are met and supporting materials are organized and accessible.<br>• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on audits, funding reviews, and other financial compliance matters.
<p>I'm excited to be partnering with a highly recognizable New York City nonprofit organization with approximately $150M in annual budget that is looking to add a Controller to its growing finance leadership team.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a newly created role reporting directly to the Head of Accounting and offers the opportunity to help drive accounting operations, strengthen processes, and support the continued growth and complexity of the organization. The Head of Accounting is also interested in upcoming Sn. Acct. Mgr. and Asst Controllers to step up into this position.</p><p> </p><p>The finance team is comprised of several professionals with Big 4 public accounting backgrounds and CPA credentials, creating a highly technical, collaborative, and development-oriented environment.</p><p> </p><p>Ideal background:</p><p>✔ Public accounting foundation (Big 4 or larger national/regional firm highly preferred)</p><p>✔ CPA or Parts Passed are required</p><p>✔ Strong nonprofit accounting experience is required, including financial reporting, audits, compliance, and fund/grant accounting</p><p>✔ Experience managing close, internal controls, and accounting operations</p><p>✔ Ability to partner with senior leadership and contribute strategically beyond the debits and credits</p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys mission-driven work but also wants the sophistication, pace, and professional rigor typically found in top-tier accounting organizations.</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 3 days and remote 2 day.</p><p> </p><p>Compensation Package based on experience:</p><p>Base: $165 - $190k base</p><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>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>benefits:</p><ul><li>medical </li><li>dental </li><li>pension </li><li>PTO </li></ul><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.</li><li>Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls and accounting procedures.</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting and treasury activities.</li><li>Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.</li><li>Prepare and review budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses.</li><li>Monitor financial performance and provide recommendations to senior leadership.</li><li>Oversee sales tax, payroll tax, and other regulatory filings.</li></ul><p><br></p>