28 Results for Assistant Controller Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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Controller

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
200000 - 240000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting, financial reporting, and compliance for a mission-driven non-profit organization in New York, New York. This role will oversee core accounting operations, strengthen internal controls, and deliver accurate, timely financial information that supports executive decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, sound technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to guide a growing finance function with rigor and transparency. Responsibilities: • Direct the day-to-day accounting function and mentor a multi-level team to build capability, accountability, and long-term bench strength. • Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to ensure financial results are reported accurately and on schedule. • Prepare and review internal and external financial statements, supporting schedules, and disclosures with a strong focus on quality and consistency. • Partner with finance leadership to interpret results, explain significant fluctuations, and provide accounting perspective on organizational performance. • Maintain and refine accounting policies, internal controls, and governance practices to meet regulatory requirements and organizational standards. • Lead external audit activities from planning through resolution, coordinating with auditors and advisors to address findings and maintain ongoing readiness. • Manage tax compliance across federal, state, and local requirements, working with outside specialists when appropriate. • Oversee transactional accounting areas such as payables, receivables, payroll, cash activity, fixed assets, investments, insurance, and technology-related accounting. • Drive process improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, strengthen control, and support scale through automation and standardization. • Provide accounting leadership for complex business initiatives, including due diligence and financial assessment related to mergers, partnerships, investments, or similar transactions.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Controller

Newark, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Direct the organization’s accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and reliable month-end and year-end close processes. • Manage grant-related financial activity for local, state, and federal funding sources, including tracking, reporting, and compliance oversight. • Supervise key finance support roles, including a Grant Analyst and external consulting resources, while providing leadership over accounts payable and accounts receivable activities. • Maintain strong internal controls and review financial transactions to support accuracy, accountability, and audit readiness. • Partner with leadership to monitor budgets, evaluate financial performance, and provide recommendations that support sound decision-making. • Oversee documentation and financial records to ensure reporting requirements are met and supporting materials are organized and accessible. • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on audits, funding reviews, and other financial compliance matters.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Controller

New York, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
165000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
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. 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. 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. Ideal background:✔ Public accounting foundation (Big 4 or larger national/regional firm highly preferred)✔ CPA or Parts Passed are required✔ Strong nonprofit accounting experience is required, including financial reporting, audits, compliance, and fund/grant accounting✔ Experience managing close, internal controls, and accounting operations✔ Ability to partner with senior leadership and contribute strategically beyond the debits and credits 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. As always, this is a permanent, full time, fully benefited salaried position (this is NOT a temp role or temp to perm). They are located in midtown and are in the office 3 days and remote 2 day. Compensation Package based on experience:Base: $165 - $190k base 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. If you would like to be considered for this position, please email your resume in a word document to Kevin.Chin@Roberthalf
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

28 results for Assistant Controller in Jersey City, NJ