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15 results for Controller in New Jersey

Controller
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 165000 - 185000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead corporate accounting operations and provide clear financial insight that supports strategic decision-making. Based in New Jersey, this position oversees global close and consolidation activities, strengthens reporting processes, and helps build the financial foundation for continued growth. The ideal candidate combines deep accounting expertise with a practical, hands-on approach and can translate complex results into actionable guidance for senior leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the accounting organization, including team leadership, performance oversight, coaching, and resource planning to support both immediate priorities and long-term business goals.<br>• Oversee the month-end close process and global financial consolidation to ensure accurate, timely reporting across U.S. and international entities.<br>• Review financial results in detail, identify underlying drivers of performance, and investigate material fluctuations, trends, and unusual items.<br>• Deliver monthly reporting packages and analysis that compare actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior-year results.<br>• Collaborate with executive leaders and business partners to evaluate performance, improve profitability, and support sound operational decisions.<br>• Contribute to the planning cycle by supporting annual budgets, rolling forecasts, reforecasts, and cash planning activities.<br>• Help define and enhance key performance indicators and management reporting tools used across the organization.<br>• Monitor applicable accounting guidance and lead the assessment, interpretation, and implementation of policy updates where needed.
  • 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Eatontown, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 115000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Remote / very hybrid role available in Morris County, NJ!  An established, well-funded nonprofit organization is seeking a hands-on Controller to partner with the CFO and oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, close, internal controls, and annual audit preparation. The Controller will play a central role in restructuring and modernizing the accounting function, developing SOPs, improving processes, and strengthening accountability across the team. The ideal candidate will bring strong GAAP knowledge, leadership experience, and the ability to operate effectively in an environment where processes are still being formalized. Nonprofit, fund accounting, and grant management experience are desirable. Experience working on the SGA platform is preferred. Our client is willing to consider Senior Accountants, Accounting Managers, and Assistant Controllers who are looking to take the next step in their career provided the align with the long-term goals. The position is mostly remote, with occasional attendance required at the office for meetings, presentations, and key business needs. This organization offers excellent Benefits!</p>
  • 2026-10-01T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Bedminster, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 155000 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Morganville, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2026-10-21T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 140000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>A growing medically related organization is seeking a hands-on, operationally strong Controller to serve as a key partner to the CFO and help build the company’s accounting and finance foundation. This is a newly created role and an excellent opportunity for a finance leader who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments and can bring structure, discipline, and business partnership to the function.</strong></p><p><strong>The Controller will take ownership of the monthly close process, financial statement preparation, general ledger oversight, inventory and cost analysis, and day-to-day accounting operations. This individual will also play a critical role in ERP implementation, post-acquisition accounting integration, and development of scalable processes to support growth.</strong></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting</strong></li><li><strong>Prepare and/or oversee production of period-end financial statements and supporting schedules</strong></li><li><strong>Manage the general ledger, account reconciliations, and overall integrity of accounting records</strong></li><li><strong>Supervise and develop a team of 2 accounting staff members</strong></li><li><strong>Partner closely with the CFO as a trusted right hand, providing timely financial insight and responsive support to leadership</strong></li><li><strong>Analyze sales, margins, markups, and cost of goods sold to support business decision-making</strong></li><li><strong>Oversee accounting for inventory and ensure accurate valuation and reporting of inventory balances</strong></li><li><strong>Help design, implement, and improve accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting processes</strong></li><li><strong>Support ERP implementation efforts and systems/process improvements</strong></li><li><strong>Lead or support integration of acquired businesses, including consolidation of general ledger activity and standardization of accounting processes</strong></li><li><strong>Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and management to improve visibility into financial performance</strong></li><li><strong>Identify opportunities for process improvement and help establish a scalable finance and accounting infrastructure</strong></li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-10-14T00:00:00Z
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.<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.
  • 2026-10-12T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Newark, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 150000 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.
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Manalapan, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 115000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>**Legal Industry Experience Required**</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to oversee the day-to-day accounting operations and help drive the financial integrity of a growing organization in New Jersey. Reporting to and partnering closely with the <strong>Head of Accounting</strong>, this individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, managing cash flow activities, and providing financial insights that support strategic business decisions.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities while developing and mentoring accounting staff.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Partner with the Head of Accounting to oversee the organization&#39;s accounting function and ensure accurate, timely, and efficient financial operations.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, establishing priorities and reviewing work to maintain high-quality deliverables.</li><li>Manage the full payroll process, including employee updates, deductions, compliance reporting, reconciliations, and coordination with third-party payroll providers.</li><li>Oversee trust and operating accounts, ensuring proper accounting treatment, reconciliation, and compliance with company policies.</li><li>Review and monitor high-volume wire transactions and cash activity, ensuring accuracy, security, and appropriate financial controls.</li><li>Perform and review daily, monthly, and annual account reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial records.</li><li>Maintain the general ledger, monitor account activity, and ensure proper account classifications and coding.</li><li>Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning initiatives, providing meaningful analysis of trends and variances.</li><li>Evaluate and enhance internal controls, risk management practices, and fraud prevention procedures.</li><li>Coordinate external audits and serve as a key liaison with auditors, banking partners, payroll providers, and other external stakeholders.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase operational efficiency, and strengthen reporting capabilities across the finance function.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Medical/Dental/Vision</p><p>401k</p><p>PTO</p>
  • 2026-10-15T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Marlton, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>State of the art client seeks a hands-on, versatile Controller to oversee the financial operations of a multi-property organization. This individual will manage the accounting and reporting functions for a portfolio of 10+ properties, ensuring accurate financial records, consistent reporting, and effective financial controls across all properties. This Controller will also assist with preparing monthly financial reports, overseeing the preparation &amp; completion of account/bank reconciliations, monitoring cash flow, maintaining accounting/ERP system implementation, managing the month-end process, leading and supporting the accounting team, preparing the annual budget, and collaborating with operational teams to understand financial performance, identify trends, and support informed business decisions. 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> ·      Oversee accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records for properties, including the management of separate sets of books for each location</p><p>·      Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting</p><p>·      Prepare and review financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for individual properties and the overall organization</p><p>·      Monitor property-level financial performance, identify discrepancies, and investigate variances as needed</p><p>·      Oversee intercompany transactions and ensure proper recording and reconciliation between related entities</p><p>·      Establish and maintain effective accounting procedures, internal controls, and reporting standards across all properties</p><p>·      Supervise and support a team of approximately 5–6 direct reports, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback</p><p>·      Partner with property management and leadership teams to provide financial insights and support operational decision-making</p><p>·      Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency</p><p>·      Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while remaining actively involved in daily accounting activities</p><p>·      Utilize the organization&#39;s existing accounting and reporting systems, including Hotel Investor software, with the ability to learn new platforms as needed</p>
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
Plant Controller
  • East Windsor, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 115000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to provide financial leadership for manufacturing operations in East Windsor, New Jersey. This role is responsible for guiding plant-level accounting, strengthening financial controls, and delivering meaningful analysis that supports operational and strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in cost accounting, forecasting, inventory oversight, and capital tracking within a manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the monthly financial close for plant operations, including review of production activity, analysis of manufacturing variances, and reconciliation of key balance sheet accounts.</p><p>• Develop annual budgets and regular forecasts while delivering timely financial reports and performance insights to plant leadership and corporate stakeholders.</p><p>• Maintain product costing and standard cost models, and evaluate cost movements to explain operational results and support profitability improvements.</p><p>• Oversee accounting and control activities related to inventory and fixed assets, including count programs, reconciliations, and financial accuracy of recorded balances.</p><p>• Administer capital investment tracking through plant systems, support the capital approval workflow, and help ensure the reliability of recorded project amounts.</p><p>• Partner with operations and supply chain leaders to assess plant performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and improve financial visibility across the site.</p><p>• Contribute to system-related support and plant process enhancements that improve reporting quality, internal controls, and overall accounting efficiency.</p><p>• Lead or assist with special projects aimed at strengthening compliance, streamlining workflows, and advancing cost management practices.</p>
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z
Assistant Controller
  • Pennsauken, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 135000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for an Assistant Controller to provide strong accounting leadership and serve as a key finance partner across teams at our client located in South Jersey. This Assistant Controller role supports accurate financial reporting, operational decision-making, and forward-looking analysis within a manufacturing setting. The position also contributes to budgeting, compliance, audit readiness, and the responsible use of automation tools that strengthen reporting efficiency and control.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Guide accounting practices, financial controls, and department procedures to align with business goals and operational needs.</li><li>Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure timely, accurate, and well-documented financial results.</li><li>Review and authorize journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules to maintain the quality of close reporting.</li><li>Prepare and oversee financial statements, internal management reporting, and related analyses in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company standards.</li><li>Lead cost accounting activities for manufacturing operations, including standard costing, inventory valuation, overhead application, and variance analysis.</li><li>Maintain strong controls over inventory processes such as cycle counts, physical counts, reserve assessments, and adjustment reviews.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling by developing assumptions, analyses, and presentations for leadership review.</li><li>Review customer pricing submissions and proposal support to confirm compliance, profitability, and adherence to internal approval expectations.</li><li>Promote effective use of accounting and inventory systems while safeguarding data integrity, confidentiality, and internal control requirements.</li></ul>
  • 2026-10-16T00:00:00Z
Assistant Controller
  • Princeton, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 200000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Benefits: M/D/V, PTO, 401K with company match. </p><p><br></p><p>Growing Biotech located in central NJ seeks Assistant Controller to join team. The Assistant Controller will be responsible for taking ownership of various work streams within the controllership organization and contributing to the development and implementation of best practices within the accounting and reporting processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, external reporting processes and internal controls.</p><p> </p><p>For immediate consideration please email resume to Joseph Imbesi</p>
  • 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
Buyer
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Buyer to support materials planning and purchasing activities for a manufacturing company in Ocean County, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position focuses on keeping material supply aligned with production needs, improving continuity across the supply chain, and helping maintain product quality standards. The role works closely with internal teams and suppliers to anticipate demand, address shortages, and support efficient planning throughout the product lifecycle.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate purchasing activities to secure materials needed for production and maintain reliable supply coverage.</p><p>• Monitor stock levels and usage patterns to keep inventory balanced while supporting schedule attainment.</p><p>• Review demand signals, material requirements, and production plans to help ensure timely availability of components.</p><p>• Work with suppliers on order status, delivery timing, and performance issues to reduce disruptions and improve service.</p><p>• Assist with supplier agreements and purchasing terms in alignment with company guidelines for cost, quality, and delivery expectations.</p><p>• Identify supply chain concerns, market developments, and vendor-related risks, then communicate findings and recommendations to leadership.</p><p>• Partner with production, quality, and engineering teams to confirm material specifications and support operational readiness.</p><p>• Contribute to planning activities across pre-production, launch, and ongoing manufacturing to support smooth material flow through the product lifecycle.</p><p>• Follow established company procedures and standards while supporting continuous improvement in planning and procurement processes.</p>
  • 2026-10-13T00:00:00Z
Partner
  • Middletown, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 290000 - 300000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>The salary for this position is 290,000 - 300,000. The benefits include paid time off, health insurance, flexible schedules, and growth opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p>A leading regional CPA firm with offices in New Jersey and Florida is looking for a Partner with a strong background in tax and auditing. The firm has been in business for over seventy years and has an excellent reputation and low turnover. They are rapidly expanding and need to bring on a partner in either their Morristown, Middletown, West Palm Beach, or Fort Lauderdale area offices.A CPA is required and anyone with a book of business would be ideal, even if smaller in size. The firm with consider anyone with an expertise in tax, audit, or a combination of both.The partnership opening is due to expansion and the impending retirement of several partners with tenure in the firm of over 30 years each. To apply email a resume in a Word format to Robert Half International. Or call Rich Singer, CPA at 848-202-7970 to discuss this excellent opportunity.</p>
  • 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z