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11 results for Plant Controller in Montvale, NJ

Plant Controller
  • West Babylon, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Plant Controller – Manufacturing</strong></p><p><em>Babylon, Long Island, NY </em></p><p><strong>Anna Parson at Robert Half</strong> is partnering with a well-established <strong>Manufacturing</strong> client to identify a hands-on <strong>Plant Controller with experience in Plant/Cost/Inventory Accounting &amp; Finance </strong>to lead the financial operations at a production facility.</p><p>The Plant Controller role offers strong visibility with plant leadership and a key voice in driving performance, cost control, and operational efficiency.</p><p><strong>As the Plant Controller you will: </strong></p><ul><li>Execute the month-end close and deliver accurate, timely plant financial reporting</li><li>Lead all cost and inventory accounting, including WIP, job costing, and variance analysis</li><li>Partner with production &amp; operations to analyze margins, monitor performance, and improve profitability</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing financial planning initiatives</li><li>Manage working capital, including cash flow, inventory levels, and purchasing alignment</li><li>Drive ERP improvements, system enhancements, and process optimization across the plant</li><li>Develop actionable operational and financial reporting for leadership decision-making</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA a plus</li><li>5+ years of experience in manufacturing or plant accounting</li><li>Strong background in cost accounting, inventory, and operational finance</li><li>ERP experience, including upgrades or implementations preferred</li><li>Hands-on, collaborative approach with strong analytical skills</li></ul><p>Plant Controller opportunity offers a strong tenured team, <strong>excellent benefits</strong> and good work culture.</p><p><strong>Contact Anna Parson at Robert Half for immediate confidential consideration or apply now!!! </strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-08T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Middletown, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>A growing boutique construction firm is seeking a Construction Accountant/Controller to lead all accounting and financial operations. This is a highly visible role partnering closely with the CEO, with broad ownership over financial reporting, job cost accounting, cash flow, and process improvement. The ideal candidate thrives in a fluid, fast‑changing, and unstructured environment and is comfortable building and refining processes as the company scales. <strong>Construction industry experience is required</strong>, and experience with <strong>Foundation Software is a strong plus</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Qualified candidates can send their resume directly to Joe.Ciavardini@RobertHalf </u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting functions, including job cost accounting, WIP, AP/AR, payroll, and month‑end close</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements and project reporting</li><li>Partner with the CEO on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic decisions</li><li>Improve financial controls and processes as the business grows</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We’re partnering with a fast-growing prop tech/Insurtech company in <strong>New York, NY</strong> to hire a <strong>Controller</strong> for a founding finance leadership role.</p><p>This is a rare opportunity to build the finance function from the ground up for a growing insurtech business while also overseeing financial / management accounting and HR operations for an affiliated early-stage insurance entity.  Position is mostly remote with a few days a month in midtown NYC office.</p><p> </p><p><strong>What you’ll do:</strong></p><p>·      Own accounting operations across GL, AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, and monthly close.</p><p>·      Build budgeting, forecasting, scenario modeling, and board-ready reporting.</p><p>·      Establish controls, GAAP-aligned policies, audit readiness, and tax/compliance processes.</p><p>·      Manage insurance licensing, regulatory administration, and premium tax obligations.</p><p>·      Support payroll, benefits, onboarding/offboarding, and lightweight HR operations.</p><p>·      Partner with claims teams on payments, recoveries, commissions tracking, and reconciliations.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Montvale, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 150000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Financial Controller – Logistics &amp; Transportation</p><p><br></p><p>Lead the financial strategy behind a growing logistics operation.</p><p>Our client is a rapidly expanding logistics provider serving the import/export industry, recognized for our reliability, operational excellence, and exceptional customer service. As their business continues to grow, they are seeking an experienced Financial Controller with a strong background in logistics, trucking, drayage, freight forwarding, or transportation to lead our accounting and financial operations.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a high-impact leadership position for a hands-on finance professional who understands the unique financial challenges of the transportation industry—including carrier management, freight pricing, cash flow, customer profitability, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be a strategic business partner who can strengthen financial controls while supporting continued growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead all accounting and financial operations, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.</li><li>Own the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes while providing meaningful analysis and recommendations to executive leadership.</li><li>Review monthly financial statements and key performance metrics with senior leadership, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities to improve profitability.</li><li>Maintain oversight of all company expenditures, including transportation carriers, owner-operators, equipment, facilities, insurance, and operating expenses.</li><li>Analyze carrier costs, transportation margins, customer profitability, and lane performance to improve operational and financial results.</li><li>Develop a deep understanding of freight pricing strategies, lane quoting methodologies, and customer contracts while supporting pricing decisions and client RFPs.</li><li>Establish and maintain standardized operating procedures (SOPs) for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable, ensuring compliance with customer-specific billing and payment requirements.</li><li>Maintain and optimize the QuickBooks chart of accounts to improve financial visibility and reporting across departments.</li><li>Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Monitor cash flow, working capital, collections, and financial risk to support daily operations and long-term growth.</li><li>Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, financial modeling, acquisitions, and business expansion opportunities.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while driving accountability, operational excellence, and continuous process improvement.</li><li>Collaborate with technology and engineering teams to improve financial systems, reporting capabilities, and workflow automation.</li></ul>
  • 2026-07-06T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Darien, CT
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client, a private institution Darien, Connecticut, is seeking a hands-on <strong>Controller</strong> to oversee accounting operations, payroll, human resources coordination, and office administration. This role partners closely with the General Manager and Finance Committee to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and efficient day-to-day operations. For immediate consideration send resumes to Jennifer.Beilin@Roberthalf (dotcom)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage daily accounting activities, including cash receipts, deposits, and general ledger accuracy</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and reporting for leadership and the Finance Committee</li><li>Oversee banking activity, cash controls, and fund transfers</li><li>Administer biweekly payroll for year-round and seasonal staff, including timekeeping, overtime, and leave tracking</li><li>Prepare tax filings, support year-end reporting, and coordinate annual audit activities</li><li>Maintain accounting policies, strengthen internal controls, and recommend process improvements</li><li>Supervise office staff across accounting, billing, collections, vendor administration, and member services</li><li>Support HR administration, including recruiting coordination, onboarding, and employee records</li><li>Liaise with insurance brokers and external partners on payroll, risk, and financial documentation</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor&#39;s Degree in Accounting or related field</li><li>Ability to manage staff but also be hands on</li><li>High preference for someone out of schools, private membership organizations, service-based environments, or similar settings with a high volume of individuals paying for on-site services.</li></ul>
  • 2026-06-23T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Red Bank, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 160000 - 210000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Controller - Monmouth County, NJ </strong></p><p><strong>Salary: $160k-210k + bonus </strong></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on <strong>Controller</strong> to lead the corporate accounting function and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. This role will be heavily focused on <strong>general ledger oversight, financial close, and corporate accounting operations</strong>, with responsibility for maintaining a strong control environment and supporting executive decision-making.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting leader with deep technical expertise in <strong>GAAP, financial reporting, and multi-entity accounting</strong>, and a proven ability to manage and improve core accounting processes.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>General Ledger &amp; Corporate Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of the <strong>general ledger</strong>, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations</li><li>Ensure the accuracy and completeness of <strong>monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</strong></li><li>Manage <strong>corporate-level accounting activities</strong>, including intercompany transactions, consolidations, and eliminations</li><li>Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure proper support and resolution of variances</li><li>Maintain and enforce consistent <strong>accounting policies and procedures</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Month-End Close &amp; Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the <strong>month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process</strong>, ensuring timely and accurate completion</li><li>Drive continuous improvements to shorten close timelines and enhance reporting quality</li><li>Prepare and review internal financial reports and variance analyses for leadership</li><li>Ensure compliance with <strong>GAAP and corporate reporting standards</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Technical Accounting &amp; Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Research, interpret, and implement <strong>technical accounting guidance</strong> (GAAP)</li><li>Maintain a strong <strong>internal control environment</strong> and ensure compliance with policies and procedures</li><li>Coordinate and manage <strong>external audits</strong>, including preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation</li><li>Ensure proper documentation of accounting positions and processes</li></ul><p><strong>Operational Accounting Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including <strong>AP, AR, fixed assets, and cash accounting</strong></li><li>Monitor cash activity, bank reconciliations, and liquidity reporting</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff</li><li>Ensure accuracy of transactional accounting and proper cutoff procedures</li></ul><p><strong>Process Improvement &amp; Systems</strong></p><ul><li>Identify and implement <strong>process improvements</strong> to enhance efficiency, scalability, and accuracy</li><li>Optimize use of ERP systems and reporting tools</li><li>Partner cross-functionally to improve data integrity and reporting capabilities</li></ul>
  • 2026-07-06T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to join a fast-growing organization. Reporting to the CFO, this leader will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure the integrity of financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and guide a high-performing accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building scalable processes.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the month-end and year-end close process, including reconciliations, review, and timely completion of financials.</li><li>Serve as the primary owner of the monthly close calendar and coordinate accounting staff to deliver accurate reporting on schedule.</li><li>Manage the annual external audit process and partner with auditors to ensure timely completion.</li><li>Collaborate with local and regional operations leaders to review performance, allocations, and variable compensation calculations.</li><li>Evaluate current accounting operations and identify opportunities for process and system improvements, including support for Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP.</li><li>Oversee core transactional accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, treasury, and payroll.</li><li>Monitor and help drive company cash flow management.</li><li>Prepare and support monthly reporting packages and provide leadership with timely financial insights for decision-making.</li><li>Refine and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, procedures, and workflows to protect company assets.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable tax filings and state and federal regulatory requirements.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability, trust, and productivity.</li></ul><p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, or a related field.</li><li>CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred. Public accounting foundation a plus</li><li>7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including prior Controller experience.</li><li>3+ years of accounting leadership or people management experience.</li><li>Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.</li><li>Hands-on experience with billing, collections, accounts payable, treasury, and payroll.</li><li>Experience with Microsoft Dynamics ERP strongly preferred.</li><li>Proven success driving accounting process improvements and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and the ability to perform detailed financial analysis.</li><li>Knowledge of federal, state, and local tax compliance and reporting requirements.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills required; strong PowerPoint and Word skills preferred.</li><li>Experience in a private equity-backed environment is a plus.</li><li>Experience supporting international operations, especially Canada, is a plus.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-22T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 145000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>The Senior Regional Controller serves as a strategic finance partner, providing financial oversight and support for multiple business units. This role works closely with operational leadership to deliver financial analysis, forecasting, reporting, and performance insights that drive informed business decisions and improve operational results.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close for multiple business units.</li><li>Partner with operational leaders to provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and financial policies.</li><li>Prepare executive-level financial reports and performance summaries.</li><li>Identify financial risks, opportunities, and process improvement initiatives.</li><li>Support audits, contract compliance, and continuous improvement efforts.</li><li>Coach and support unit finance teams to enhance financial accuracy and business performance.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-01T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • South Amboy, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 135000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee all financial operations within our foodservice distribution division. This role combines traditional accounting responsibilities with operational finance, offering a dynamic opportunity to influence business decisions through accurate financial insights. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with sales and operations teams to ensure effective financial management and reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee payroll operations, including union payroll compliance and processing.</p><p>• Conduct general accounting tasks such as reconciliations, journal entries, and maintaining financial records.</p><p>• Develop and maintain forecasts to support business planning and decision-making.</p><p>• Lead budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial strategy.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with GAAP standards in all accounting practices.</p><p>• Analyze production costs and sales data to provide actionable insights for operational improvements.</p><p>• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to support strategic financial initiatives.</p><p>• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare detailed financial reports and communicate findings to senior leadership.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What we offer: </strong></p><p>•       Salary range - $140-170k pending experience</p><p>•       Medical, dental, and vision Insurance </p><p>•       Hospital and Critical Illness Care plans</p><p>•       Life Insurance <em>(Company Paid)</em></p><p>•       401K match and Profit-Sharing</p><p>•       Paid Time off <em>(Vacation &amp; Sick time)</em></p><p>•       Paid Holidays</p>
  • 2026-06-17T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Newark, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 120000 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.<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.
  • 2026-07-09T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 200000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a substantial residential real estate portfolio. This position will guide financial reporting, period-end close activities, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance while helping the team operate efficiently and accurately. The ideal candidate brings deep property accounting expertise, strong leadership capability, and a successful background managing high-volume portfolios in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the accounting function for a large residential property portfolio, ensuring accurate reporting across multiple entities and communities.<br>• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, maintaining timeliness, consistency, and strong financial controls.<br>• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements, supporting schedules, and portfolio-level analyses for leadership review.<br>• Manage audit coordination and compliance activities, including responses to auditors and adherence to applicable reporting requirements.<br>• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff while assigning work effectively to support productivity and career growth.<br>• Partner with operational and development-related teams to address financial issues, improve reporting quality, and support business decisions.<br>• Monitor deadlines across the department and implement follow-through measures to keep deliverables on schedule.<br>• Use Yardi to manage accounting workflows, reporting accuracy, and portfolio financial data integrity.
  • 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z