We are looking for a Controller to oversee financial operations and reporting for our organization in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This role will guide core accounting activities, deliver timely financial insights to leadership, and help maintain strong fiscal stewardship across funds and programs. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to financial management, sound judgment in compliance matters, and the ability to support both strategic planning and day-to-day execution.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct core accounting functions, including ledger activity, fund-based accounting, payables, receivables, cash oversight, and investment-related entries.<br>• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, ensuring reconciliations are completed accurately and financial data remains reliable.<br>• Produce financial statements, leadership reports, dashboards, and variance reviews to support executives, committees, and board-level decision-making.<br>• Manage accounting treatment for contributions, grant activity, administrative revenue, investment transactions, and other non-routine financial events.<br>• Support liquidity planning through cash forecasting and coordination of banking, custody, and investment transfers.<br>• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and operating procedures to reduce risk and support consistency.<br>• Oversee audit preparation and coordinate required tax and regulatory filings, including annual informational returns.<br>• Monitor adherence to donor restrictions, fund agreements, accounting guidance, and applicable compliance obligations.<br>• Supervise and develop finance team members while serving as the lead resource for financial systems, process efficiency, and data accuracy.<br>• Partner with departments across the organization on budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and special projects, while stepping in as the finance lead when needed.
<p>We're partnering with a mission-driven educational organization seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance activities. This individual will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial information, supporting leadership decision-making, and overseeing audits, internal controls, and day-to-day accounting functions.</p><p><br></p><p>What You'll Do</p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end and year-end close, financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll, accounts receivable, and grant accounting.</li><li>Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records and maintain strong internal controls.</li><li>Lead the annual audit process and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.</li><li>Prepare financial statements, audit schedules, management reports, and regulatory filings.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and strategic planning initiatives.</li><li>Monitor compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulations, and reporting requirements.</li><li>Manage fund accounting, capital projects, debt service activities, and grant reporting.</li><li>Partner with leadership and department heads to provide financial guidance and support decision-making.</li><li>Supervise and develop accounting staff while fostering a collaborative, service-oriented culture.</li><li>Serve as a key member of the finance leadership team and contribute to special projects and organizational initiatives.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to provide financial leadership for a growing manufacturing company in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This role will guide core accounting operations, deliver timely and accurate reporting, and help leadership make sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in manufacturing finance, a strong command of cost and inventory accounting, and a practical approach to improving performance across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are already in contact with one of our Recruiting Managers, please reach out to them directly to discuss this opportunity. If not, for immediate consideration, please apply or call Warren Knight at 484-214-2624</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the full accounting function, ensuring accurate reporting, effective controls, and reliable financial operations across the business.</p><p>• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, producing financial statements, management reporting, and performance insights for leadership.</p><p>• Oversee manufacturing finance activities such as cost accounting, inventory valuation, standard costing, and analysis of production and margin trends.</p><p>• Work closely with operations, supply chain, sales, and executive leaders to evaluate results and support informed strategic and operational decisions.</p><p>• Build, coach, and develop the accounting team while promoting ownership, consistency, and continuous process improvement.</p><p>• Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, internal controls, and compliance practices to support audit readiness and regulatory adherence.</p><p>• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts, including analysis of variances and forward-looking business projections.</p><p>• Supervise core transactional processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, general ledger activity, and cash management.</p><p>• Coordinate external audit and tax support activities while serving as the primary financial contact for outside accounting partners.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve profitability, streamline financial processes, and support capital investments and other business initiatives.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Director to lead a centralized payables function for a healthcare organization in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This position oversees operational performance, strengthens internal controls, and ensures payment activity aligns with policy, compliance, and regulatory expectations. The role also guides system-related improvements, supports audit and tax reporting obligations, and partners across departments to maintain an efficient procure-to-pay environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the day-to-day operation of a centralized accounts payable department, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing and disbursements.<br>• Establish and refine procedures, internal controls, and approval practices that support compliance with organizational standards and applicable regulations.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop the accounts payable team, including management and support staff, to promote accountability and continuous improvement.<br>• Co-lead procure-to-pay governance efforts by participating in steering committee activities and helping align cross-functional workflows.<br>• Oversee Workday-related enhancements by coordinating testing, delivering team training, and resolving system issues that affect payables processing.<br>• Work closely with legal and compliance partners to confirm required contracts are maintained, monitor excluded-party requirements, and support related reporting.<br>• Manage vendor master data by maintaining accurate records, validating tax information, supporting credentialing requirements, and identifying vendors subject to annual tax reporting.<br>• Prepare and submit required filings and reports, including 1099 and 1042-S reporting, Pennsylvania withholding submissions, escheat processing, and audit support documentation.<br>• Strengthen cash management by improving payment methods, increasing discount capture, and expanding card-based disbursement programs where appropriate.<br>• Supervise reconciliations, vendor statement reviews, credit card program administration, and oversight of systems used for invoice and payment processing.