We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and bring greater structure to the finance function in New York. This position is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can balance day-to-day financial oversight with forward-looking planning and analysis. The successful candidate will work closely with leadership to strengthen reporting, improve processes, and support sound business decisions as the organization continues to grow.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct end-to-end accounting activities, including oversight of the general ledger and coordination of monthly close procedures.<br>• Review and complete reconciliations across bank accounts, credit cards, balance sheet accounts, and other key financial records to maintain accuracy.<br>• Produce reliable financial statements and management reports within established timelines.<br>• Design, refine, and document accounting workflows, internal controls, and standard procedures to create a more structured finance environment.<br>• Lead projects focused on resolving historical accounting issues and improving the quality of financial data.<br>• Build budgets, update forecasts, and prepare financial analyses that help leadership evaluate performance and plan effectively.<br>• Serve as a financial partner to company leaders by offering insight on operational results, cash position, and business priorities.<br>• Manage relationships with external auditors, consultants, and other advisors to support compliance and reporting needs.<br>• Oversee bookkeeping support and verify that entries and supporting records are complete and accurate.<br>• Monitor liquidity and contribute to strategic financial planning, while helping shape the future growth of the accounting team.
<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>
<p>We are looking for an accomplished financial leader to oversee the accounting, tax, compliance, and operational activities of a private single-family office based in New York. This position calls for someone who can guide financial strategy across a broad mix of entities, including trusts, charitable organizations, investment structures, operating businesses, and real estate holdings. The ideal candidate will bring strong judgment, absolute discretion, and the ability to align day-to-day financial management with long-term wealth preservation and organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Qualified applicants can apply by sending your resume to Joe Ciavardini at joe.ciavardini@roberthalf</u></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct financial oversight across a diverse portfolio of entities, ensuring accurate reporting, effective controls, and coordinated administration.</p><p>• Lead tax planning initiatives designed to support wealth preservation while maintaining full compliance with applicable fiduciary, trust, estate, and corporate requirements.</p><p>• Manage accounting operations for business interests, investment assets, philanthropic entities, and property-related holdings with a high degree of accuracy and organization.</p><p>• Advise senior stakeholders on financial strategy, cash flow priorities, risk considerations, and opportunities to improve operational efficiency.</p><p>• Oversee compliance activities, including regulatory filings, tax reporting obligations, and governance-related financial documentation.</p><p>• Coordinate with external advisors such as auditors, legal counsel, tax professionals, and banking partners to support complex financial matters.</p><p>• Establish and refine financial processes that strengthen reporting quality, streamline administration, and support multiple interconnected entities.</p><p>• Supervise and mentor finance and administrative personnel while promoting accountability, confidentiality, and high standards.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide reliable financial insight for leadership in Mount Vernon, New York. This role oversees close activities, reporting, job costing, payroll-related accounting, and compliance across project-based operations. The ideal candidate brings strong command of construction or project accounting, a disciplined approach to controls, and the ability to guide a team while partnering closely with operations and project leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly and annual close activities by coordinating deadlines, reviewing account activity, and ensuring the trial balance is accurate, fully supported, and ready for audit review.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting, while delivering meaningful variance commentary against prior periods and budget.<br>• Maintain the general ledger structure, oversee journal entry preparation and review, and ensure reconciliations and supporting schedules meet U.S. accounting standards.<br>• Direct cash management activities by reviewing daily liquidity, overseeing bank and credit card reconciliations, and helping support forecasting and treasury planning.<br>• Supervise payroll accounting processes, including liability reconciliations, benefit-related accruals, and review procedures that help resolve deduction and withholding discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Manage certified payroll and prevailing wage compliance for applicable projects, including report preparation, documentation uploads, subcontractor payroll tracking, and responses to audit or administrator requests.<br>• Oversee billing, accounts receivable, and collections by guiding invoicing, reconciling pay applications to invoices, addressing billing corrections, and reducing aged balances and retainage exposure.<br>• Own job costing and work-in-progress reporting by validating cost allocations, reviewing percentage-of-completion revenue recognition, monitoring change orders and retainage, and highlighting overbilling or underbilling risks.<br>• Support tax and regulatory obligations through sales tax filings, related accounting entries, and coordination for insurance, workers’ compensation, and other financial audits.<br>• Act as the accounting lead for the finance systems environment, including Sage Intacct, BuildOps, Coast, and certified payroll tracking tools, while improving procedures, strengthening internal controls, and developing the accounting team through consistent coaching and weekly review cadences.