We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead financial oversight for a manufacturing operation in Vineland, New Jersey. This role will guide plant-level accounting activities, deliver accurate cost analysis, and support business decisions through timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of manufacturing cost structures, standard costing, and month-end close processes, along with the ability to partner effectively with operations leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead plant accounting activities by overseeing cost reporting, financial controls, and analysis tied to manufacturing performance.<br>• Manage the month-end close process for the facility, ensuring financial results are accurate, complete, and delivered on schedule.<br>• Maintain and refine standard costing methods to improve visibility into product costs, inventory valuation, and production variances.<br>• Analyze manufacturing expenses, labor, material usage, and overhead trends to identify risks and opportunities for operational improvement.<br>• Partner with plant leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making with clear financial insights.<br>• Review inventory-related transactions and reconciliations to help ensure reliable records and strong internal controls.<br>• Investigate cost variances and communicate findings with actionable recommendations to operational and finance stakeholders.<br>• Support process improvements within plant finance activities, including accounting procedures and reporting workflows when needed.
We are looking for a Plant Accountant to support core accounting operations at our manufacturing site in Vineland, New Jersey. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing period-end activities, and ensuring balance sheet accounts are properly supported. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a solid grasp of plant-related financial activity, and the ability to deliver reliable reporting in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close process for plant accounting activities, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are recorded accurately.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries related to operational transactions, accruals, and other routine accounting adjustments.<br>• Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, resolving discrepancies, and supporting accurate financial data.<br>• Perform account reconciliations on a regular basis and investigate outstanding items to ensure balances are complete and supportable.<br>• Complete bank reconciliations and address variances promptly to maintain accurate cash records.<br>• Support manufacturing cost accounting by analyzing production-related expenses, inventory movements, and cost allocations.<br>• Assist with the preparation of financial reports for plant leadership and corporate stakeholders, highlighting key trends and variances.<br>• Partner with operations and finance teams to strengthen accounting controls and improve the accuracy of plant financial information.
<p><strong>Controller</strong></p><p> </p><p>A client of ours is looking for a Controller for a contract role to lead the accounting and financial operations. This role is responsible for overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, treasury functions, compliance, grant accounting, audit coordination, and process improvement initiatives. The Controller will partner closely with executive leadership to ensure sound financial management, maintain strong internal controls, and support strategic decision-making. This position also provides leadership and oversight to accounting personnel and external financial resources.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities of Controller</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily accounting operations, including month-end close, reconciliations, financial statements, and GAAP-compliant reporting.</li><li>Prepare financial reports for leadership and board committees while managing cash flow, treasury functions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, grants, and contracts.</li><li>Support budgeting processes, variance analysis, grant proposal development, and post-award financial management.</li><li>Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with regulatory, grant, contractual, audit, and tax requirements.</li><li>Supervise accounting staff and external financial partners, providing leadership, training, and ongoing support.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial reporting, funding compliance, and organizational objectives.</li><li>Participate in leadership, finance committee, and board meetings as needed.</li><li>Manage financial systems and reporting tools while driving process improvements, operational efficiencies, and technology enhancements.</li><li>Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Global corporation seeks a <strong>Controller in Lancaster with manufacturing </strong>industry experience. The Controller will be responsible for ensuring compliance within the financial reporting, internal controls, inventory valuation, and corporate reporting requirements. This candidate will lead all accounting and financial reporting activities for the manufacturing sector: leading budgeting & forecasting, preparing financial statements, reviewing standard costing, overseeing the general ledger, managing month-end close, coordinating internal and external audits, and collaborating with global finance teams to ensure consist of reporting and alignment with corporate objectives. The ideal individual for this role must be a people leader, drive process improvements & ERP system enhancements, have experience with hazardous material cost tracking and compliance reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>· Review and manage accounting operations</p><p>· Oversee the month end close process</p><p>· Implement financial strategies</p><p>· Prepare financial statements and reports</p><p>· Account Reconciliations</p><p>· Generate financial analysis and KPI reporting</p><p>· Consolidate financial data</p><p>· Internal Control Monitoring</p><p>· Assist with internal/external audit preparation</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Controller to support financial oversight and document-driven operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This opportunity is well suited to someone who can maintain organized records, manage high-volume documentation, and help keep reporting and administrative processes accurate and efficient. The role requires a dependable individual who is comfortable working with sensitive information and ensuring materials are properly prepared, reviewed, and maintained.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the organization, tracking, and maintenance of financial and operational records to support accurate reporting and compliance.</p><p>• Review, sort, and compile business documents so information is complete, accessible, and properly archived.</p><p>• Perform high-volume scanning and digital filing of paper records while preserving document quality and retrieval accuracy.</p><p>• Maintain structured document control practices to ensure materials are current, correctly labeled, and easy to locate.</p><p>• Support reporting activities by preparing documentation packages and verifying that required records are included.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather, update, and manage files needed for ongoing business operations.</p><p>• Monitor recordkeeping workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and accuracy in document handling.</p><p><br></p><p>If interested, please send resume to Jim.Kirk@Roberthalf com</p>
<p>One of our New Castle, Delaware clients is looking to bring on a technology-driven Controller with strong accounting fundamentals. The responsibilities for this role will consist of maintaining overhead budget, managing cash disbursements, assisting with client invoicing and billing transactions, overseeing general ledger maintenance, coordinating with the payroll department as needed, and reviewing bank account reconciliations. They are ideally seeking a highly hands-on accounting leader who can manage core construction accounting functions including WIP accounting, job costing, reconciliations, and financial oversight, while also helping modernize the finance function from a systems and process perspective. </p><p> </p><p>Your responsibilities</p><p> · Oversee the daily cash receipt postings</p><p>· Review accounting team accounting transactions </p><p>· Coordinate budgeting with project team</p><p>· Assist with the month end close process</p><p>· Process financial schedules </p><p>· Create revenue generating internal controls</p><p>· Implement process improvement where needed</p><p>· Confirm regular account reconciliation to completion</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide reliable financial insight for a growing manufacturing organization. This position will oversee day-to-day financial activities, strengthen internal processes, and support executive leadership with clear reporting, forecasting, and business recommendations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capability, and a background managing financial performance in a construction or project-based environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Direct all core accounting functions, including general ledger, month-end close, financial reporting, AP/AR, payroll, and cash management</li><li>Produce accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Enhance KPIs, operational reporting, job costing, and margin analysis across manufacturing operations</li><li>Collaborate with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial strategy</li><li>Lead inventory accounting, standard costing, and manufacturing variance analysis</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and refine accounting processes to support scalable growth</li><li>Manage annual audits and maintain strong relationships with auditors, banks, and tax advisors</li><li>Oversee cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditure planning</li><li>Support pricing strategy, contract profitability, and key operational decisions</li><li>Drive ERP optimization, reporting improvements, and process efficiencies</li><li>Ensure GAAP compliance and meet all applicable government or aerospace reporting requirements</li><li>Mentor and develop staff while building a high-performing, scalable finance team</li></ul>
<p>Family owned construction firm located outside of the Philadelphia Suburbs seeks a Controller with proven WIP exposure. The responsibilities for this role will consist of maintaining overhead budget, managing cash disbursements, assisting with client invoicing and billing transactions, overseeing general ledger maintenance, developing benefit plans, preparing and filing annual reports, coordinating with the payroll department as needed, managing vendor relationships, and reviewing bank account reconciliations. The ideal Controller for this role must have knowledge of current industry regulations, and excellent auditing skills.</p><p> </p><p>Your responsibilities</p><p>· Lead and manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll oversight </p><p>· Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP </p><p>· Oversee and maintain accurate Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, ensuring proper revenue recognition and project tracking </p><p>· Manage and refine job costing processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across multiple projects </p><p>· Partner with project managers and leadership to provide financial insights on project performance and profitability </p><p>· Monitor cash flow, support forecasting efforts, and ensure financial stability of ongoing projects </p><p>· Establish and maintain internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets </p><p>· Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial partners as needed</p>
<p>Robert Half is looking for a Controller to oversee accounting operations and financial reporting for a nonprofit organization in the Philadelphia area. This position plays a central role in maintaining reliable financial records, supporting grant- and contract-funded activity, and ensuring compliance with reporting and control standards. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in nonprofit finance, strong leadership capability, and the ability to translate financial data into meaningful guidance for organizational decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Direct the monthly and annual close process, ensuring timely completion of entries, accruals, reconciliations, and finalized financial reports.</li><li>Produce and evaluate regular financial statements and supporting documentation, identifying trends and explaining variances to organizational leadership.</li><li>Oversee general ledger integrity by reviewing transaction treatment, approving balance sheet reconciliations, and addressing discrepancies promptly.</li><li>Maintain and strengthen accounting procedures and internal control practices to promote accuracy, accountability, and compliance.</li><li>Contribute to annual budget development, ongoing forecasting, cash planning, and financial analysis for programs and strategic initiatives.</li><li>Administer grant and contract financial activity, including restricted fund tracking, budget oversight, reimbursements, billing support, and drawdown reconciliation.</li><li>Lead audit preparation efforts by organizing schedules, workpapers, and supporting records while serving as a key contact for external auditors and oversight agencies.</li><li>Supervise and develop accounting team members, review work quality, and collaborate across departments to support operational and financial goals.</li></ul>
<p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function and provide strong financial oversight for a manufacturing operation in the Greater Philadelphia area. This Controller role will guide reporting accuracy, compliance, and close activities while partnering closely with operational leaders to support sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings deep knowledge of accounting standards, hands-on leadership experience, and a track record of strengthening processes and controls in complex environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Direct the preparation and review of core financial reports, ensuring timely and accurate presentation of operating results, financial position, and performance trends.</li><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, coordinating accounting activities to meet reporting deadlines and maintain high standards of accuracy.</li><li>Establish, monitor, and enhance internal control practices designed to protect assets, reduce risk, and support reliable financial information.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members while setting clear expectations and promoting consistent adherence to accounting policies and procedures.</li><li>Support upgrades and optimization efforts across financial systems, helping improve reporting capabilities and process efficiency.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across accounting workflows, standard operating procedures, and risk mitigation practices to strengthen overall financial operations.</li></ul>
<p>Our client, a growing company in the financial services and collections industry, is seeking a forward-thinking Controller to lead the transformation of its accounting function. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and enjoys creating structure, improving processes, and driving operational excellence. The ideal candidate is someone who can move beyond traditional accounting responsibilities by identifying inefficiencies, implementing scalable solutions, and helping build a modern finance organization. This individual will play a key role in standardizing processes, leveraging technology, and developing a high-performing accounting team following the company's recent acquisition.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting.</li><li>Evaluate existing accounting workflows and redesign processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and internal controls.</li><li>Drive automation initiatives by reducing manual processes and implementing technology-driven solutions.</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to establish best practices and support the organization's long-term growth strategy.</li><li>Participate in accounting system implementations, upgrades, and process optimization projects.</li><li>Build, mentor, and develop an accounting team while fostering a collaborative, accountable, and continuous improvement culture.</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable financial reporting requirements.</li><li>Develop and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic financial planning.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors, tax professionals, and other business partners.</li><li>Identify opportunities to leverage emerging technologies, including AI tools </li></ul>
<p>Growing client in the Newark, Delaware area seeks a VP/Controller with strong knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control principles. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial health of the organization while leading the financial planning and analysis process including annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-term strategic planning. This VP/Controller will also research and investigate financial data, analyze cash flows, develop and implement internal controls, provide financial insights and recommendations, support financial models and manage relationships with auditors, banks, insurance providers and other financial stakeholders. This VP/Controller will retain constant awareness of the company’s financial position ensuring all documents and filings meet federal and internal compliance obligations.</p><p> </p><p>Primary Responsibilities</p><p>· Direct and oversee all aspects of accounting, finance, treasury, tax, and financial reporting</p><p>· Create annual/quarterly financial strategic plan and budget</p><p>· Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a quarterly and annual basis</p><p>· Consolidate Financial Statements</p><p>· Serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, providing insights to drive business performance</p><p>· Support and lead M&A due diligence efforts, including financial analysis, integration planning, and reporting</p><p>· Perform financial analysis on investment performance</p><p>· Identify and analyze financial risk</p><p>· Assist with all audit and internal control operations</p><p>· Complete year-end reporting</p><p>· Ad-Hoc projects as needed</p>