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23 results for Controller in Princeton, NJ

Controller
  • Somerville, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 55 - 65 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to support financial operations and document management activities for a long-term contract opportunity in Branchburg, New Jersey. This position combines core accounting oversight with hands-on responsibility for maintaining organized records, processing documentation, and supporting accurate financial close activities. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage high volumes of documentation in a structured environment. This role is fully onsite in Branchburg, NJ and is expected to be a 6 month contract.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities while ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and properly maintained.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to support timely and accurate month-end close processes.</p><p>• Organize, review, and compile business and financial documents for internal use, reporting, and audit readiness.</p><p>• Manage document control practices by maintaining consistent filing standards and ensuring records are easy to retrieve.</p><p>• Perform high-volume scanning of paper and electronic files to create accurate and well-organized digital records.</p><p>• Verify scanned and compiled documents for completeness, legibility, and proper classification before storage.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to collect required documentation and resolve missing or inconsistent records.</p><p>• Support process improvements related to record organization, financial documentation, and close-cycle efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z
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>
  • 2026-09-10T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Saddle Brook, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 165000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an accomplished Controller to oversee the full scope of accounting and finance operations for a growing organization in Bloomfield, New Jersey. This position is suited for a hands-on financial leader with deep manufacturing experience who can balance strategic planning with day-to-day execution. The role will work closely with senior leadership to strengthen financial performance, improve operational effectiveness, and build a scalable finance function for continued growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the daily work of the accounting and finance function, providing leadership, guidance, and accountability across the team.<br>• Prepare and review timely financial reports while leading budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis activities.<br>• Manage monthly and annual closing cycles to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with reporting deadlines.<br>• Establish and refine internal controls, financial policies, and operating procedures that support sound business practices.<br>• Collaborate with executive leaders on planning initiatives, growth strategies, and financial decision-making.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve efficiency across finance-related processes.<br>• Oversee financial systems usage and recommend enhancements that improve reporting, visibility, and operational support.<br>• Deliver meaningful financial insights and practical recommendations to guide business strategy and investment decisions.<br>• Mentor and develop finance team members to strengthen capabilities and support long-term organizational needs.
  • 2026-08-26T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 160000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee core accounting operations and provide disciplined financial leadership for a technical manufacturing business in New York, New York. This position will direct daily accounting activities, strengthen controls, and deliver timely monthly reporting while partnering closely with accounts payable and accounts receivable support. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, and regulatory compliance, along with the ability to produce reliable insights that support sound operational and strategic decisions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring the general ledger remains accurate, well-supported, and ready for reporting.<br>• Guide the monthly close process with a focus on speed, completeness, and high-quality reconciliations across balance sheet and income statement accounts.<br>• Partner with accounts payable and accounts receivable team members to improve billing, collections, payment timing, and overall working capital performance.<br>• Design and uphold internal control practices covering purchasing, vendor setup, disbursements, customer credit, and cash management.<br>• Monitor cash position and prepare short-range liquidity forecasts using current payment activity and incoming receivable trends.<br>• Lead manufacturing accounting activities, including product costing, inventory valuation, bill of materials analysis, and overhead allocation methodologies.<br>• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, departmental profit and loss statements, and profitability analysis by product or project to support business planning.<br>• Perform detailed analysis of cost variances, labor efficiency, yield results, margins, and budget versus actual performance, and communicate findings to leadership.<br>• Maintain compliance with applicable accounting guidance, revenue recognition standards, tax obligations, and audit documentation requirements, including support for quality-related reviews in regulated environments.<br>• Oversee financial system connections and automated mappings across accounting, spend management, and payroll platforms to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency.
  • 2026-08-14T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting activities for our real estate client located in the Philadelphia area. This Controller role combines strategic financial oversight with active involvement in daily accounting functions, partnering closely with leadership and the accounting team to maintain accurate records and timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in real estate accounting, strong command of Sage 300, and the ability to strengthen controls while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Direct accounting and reporting activities for multiple real estate entities, ensuring accurate results and timely financial close processes.</li><li>Review general ledger activity, prepare financial statements, and analyze balances to support informed business decisions.</li><li>Reconcile bank and escrow accounts across numerous accounts and resolve variances promptly and accurately.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing, and cash flow activity to support smooth day-to-day operations.</li><li>Manage payroll-related accounting processes and confirm proper recording of compensation and related liabilities.</li><li>Administer tenant charges and lease accounting, maintaining accuracy in billing and ongoing account activity.</li><li>Support real estate transactions and intercompany accounting across a multi-entity structure.</li><li>Maintain effective internal controls, improve accounting workflows, and address discrepancies to enhance accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Partner with senior leadership on financial reporting, compliance matters, and broader accounting strategy.</li></ul>
  • 2026-08-21T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 75 - 80 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A growing hospitality organization in New York, New York, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its financial operations and support continued growth. This Long-term Contract position will oversee core accounting operations, strengthen financial discipline, and support accurate reporting across the business. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on expertise in close processes, reconciliations, and audit readiness while guiding the accounting function through a period of operational improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the day-to-day accounting function, providing direction to the team and promoting consistent, well-controlled financial operations.</p><p>• Oversee monthly and annual close activities to ensure timely completion, accuracy, and compliance with reporting standards.</p><p>• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports, delivering clear insight into business performance.</p><p>• Manage account reconciliation processes and resolve discrepancies to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.</p><p>• Coordinate accounting support for the upcoming audit cycle, including documentation, schedules, and responses to auditor requests.</p><p>• Bring structure to fragmented finance and accounting workflows by improving processes, controls, and team execution.</p><p>• Act as the accounting lead for the NetSuite implementation, partnering with technical resources and external implementation support.</p><p>• Supervise organizational accounting activities and help establish a more stable and scalable operating model for the finance function.</p>
  • 2026-09-11T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Richmond Hill, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Controller to lead financial oversight and support sound business decisions for our operations in Richmond Hill, New York. This role partners closely with project, sales, and leadership teams to strengthen budgeting, reporting, billing, and cash management across the division. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial awareness, a disciplined approach to controls, and the ability to keep projects aligned with financial targets and contractual obligations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and maintain financial policies, approval workflows, and reporting practices that promote responsible fiscal management and support divisional objectives.<br>• Partner with project leaders to develop budgets, monitor spending, track cash movement, and measure progress against project timelines and commercial commitments.<br>• Manage the invoicing cycle from preparation through submission and follow-up, helping ensure timely collections and steady incoming cash.<br>• Improve billing methods and recommend process enhancements that strengthen receivables performance and support healthy divisional liquidity.<br>• Direct accounts payable operations to ensure invoices and payments are reviewed, coded, and processed accurately within required timeframes.<br>• Review project-related costs to confirm they align with approved budgets, internal procedures, and scheduled milestones before processing.<br>• Track purchasing, materials usage, and task completion to identify variances early and help keep projects on schedule and within budget.<br>• Oversee the financial compliance of subcontractor, vendor, and fabricator engagements, ensuring commitments meet budget parameters, timing needs, and contractual standards.<br>• Produce recurring management reports covering profit and loss, cash position, forecast performance, budget comparisons, and aging of payables and receivables.<br>• Reconcile general ledger and balance sheet accounts, validate transactional accuracy, and collaborate with sales and project teams on pricing, contract terms, and change documentation.
  • 2026-08-26T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an accomplished accounting leader to oversee financial operations for a growing manufacturing organization in Parsippany, New Jersey. This role is suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can guide a multi-level team, maintain strong reporting discipline, and contribute in a fast-moving, high-accountability environment. The position offers broad visibility across the business and requires a leader who can balance strategic oversight with day-to-day execution.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the month-end and year-end close cycle, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and within established deadlines.<br>• Lead daily accounting activities across core functions while maintaining strong internal controls and consistent reporting practices.<br>• Manage and develop a team of accounting staff, including leadership-level team members, by setting priorities, reviewing output, and supporting performance growth.<br>• Prepare and review financial statements and related reports for internal stakeholders, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional and executive partners to support business decisions, operational planning, and financial transparency.<br>• Monitor accounting processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and support organizational scalability.<br>• Support the financial needs of a private equity-backed business environment by delivering reliable analysis and responsive accounting leadership.<br>• Contribute to coordination across domestic and international business activities when needed, helping maintain consistency in financial oversight.
  • 2026-08-24T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Union, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 185000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>The company offers a competitive compensation package along with comprehensive benefits, including:</p><ul><li>Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>401(k) Retirement Plan</li><li>Paid Vacation and Sick Time</li><li>Flexible Spending Account (FSA)</li><li>Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)</li></ul><p><strong>Union, NJ | Established Manufacturing Company | 50+ Years of Success</strong></p><p>A well-established and growing manufacturing company with over 50 years of industry success is seeking an experienced <strong>Controller</strong> to lead our accounting and finance operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment and wants to play a key role in the company&#39;s continued growth and success. The position is open due to the incumbent retiring. Experience working in a manufacturing environment is required along with a CPA certification. A strong knowledge of inventory and cost accounting is also required. The Controller will oversee all accounting functions, financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and internal controls while providing strategic financial guidance to senior management.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all day-to-day accounting and finance operations</li><li>Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements</li><li>Manage general ledger, month-end and year-end close processes</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities</li><li>Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, margins, and profitability</li><li>Maintain and enhance standard cost accounting systems and procedures</li><li>Monitor cash flow and working capital requirements</li><li>Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting policies</li><li>Partner with operations leadership to improve efficiency and profitability</li><li>Support external audits, tax filings, and banking relationships</li><li>Assist with ERP system initiatives and process improvements</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-21T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Controller to join a team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in a Long-term Contract capacity. This position will guide core accounting activities, deliver reliable financial reporting, and help maintain a disciplined compliance framework across the organization. The role also works closely with leadership and program teams to support budgeting, grant oversight, and stronger visibility into financial performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activity across payables, receivables, journal entries, and supporting records to maintain accurate financial data.<br>• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, ensuring reporting deadlines are met and statements are complete.<br>• Produce financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and internal management summaries.<br>• Reconcile cash, investment, and general ledger balances while maintaining detailed schedules for fixed assets, prepaids, and other balance sheet accounts.<br>• Analyze account activity and financial results to identify variances, trends, and areas requiring follow-up.<br>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning efforts by providing data, insight, and reporting support.<br>• Strengthen internal controls by reviewing accounting practices, refining procedures, and promoting compliance with established policies and regulations.<br>• Oversee grant and restricted fund accounting, including budget monitoring, reimbursement reporting, audit support, and coordination with internal stakeholders.<br>• Partner with organizational leadership to improve reporting processes and increase clarity around cost tracking and financial performance.
  • 2026-08-18T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 150000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Position: Controller</p><p>Location: Flatiron Office (NYC), <u>can be mostly remote</u><em> Preference for tri-state residents.</em></p><p>Salary: $150k to $180k + bonus</p><p><br></p><p>About Us:</p><p>My client is a diversified holding company and investment sponsor, specializing in transforming hidden opportunities into leading companies and brands. We partner with operators and managers to build new businesses, restructure underperforming ones, or acquire existing enterprises.</p><p><br></p><p>Role Overview:</p><p>Reporting to the CFO, the Controller oversees financial operations, including general ledger management, financial statements, and coordination with advisors. The ideal candidate is results-oriented, with expertise in diverse entities, strong lender relationships, and attention to detail.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements.</li><li>Streamline month-end close procedure.</li><li>Monitor liquidity and compliance with lending agreements.</li><li>Manage AP process and cash facilities.</li><li>Collaborate on inventory-related reporting.</li><li>Cultivate relationships with auditors and tax advisors.</li><li>Support special projects and ad-hoc analyses.</li><li>Evaluate and improve internal control systems.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>Note: Flexible WFH schedule available. Preference for tri-state residents but open to candidates outside the region. This is a newly created position and offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment</em></p>
  • 2026-08-19T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 75 - 85 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a nationally recognized consumer products organization in Brooklyn, New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can step into a lean team environment, manage core financial operations, and provide steady support across retail, wholesale, and eCommerce channels. The role requires strong operational accounting knowledge, comfort working in a multi-location business, and the ability to contribute both strategically and in the day-to-day details.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead daily accounting activities, ensuring accurate processing across the general ledger and related financial records.<br>• Manage the month-end close cycle, including review of entries, reconciliations, and timely completion of reporting deliverables.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, balance sheet support schedules, and other key accounting documentation for leadership review.<br>• Oversee journal entry preparation and account analysis while maintaining accuracy across multiple revenue streams and operating entities.<br>• Supervise and support a small accounting team, providing direction while remaining actively involved in execution.<br>• Partner with business stakeholders to address accounting matters tied to inventory, supply chain activity, and product movement.<br>• Maintain financial controls and improve consistency within a largely manual environment through detailed spreadsheet analysis and review.<br>• Support accounting operations for a business serving brick-and-mortar retail locations as well as wholesale and online sales channels.<br>• Work on-site in Brooklyn, New York three days each week, collaborating closely with the team in a hybrid schedule.<br>• Assist with additional accounting priorities and operational projects as needed during the engagement.
  • 2026-08-13T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Union, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 175000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Controller to support document-focused operations in Union, New Jersey. This position plays a key role in keeping business records organized, accessible, and accurately maintained through careful handling of physical and digital files. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, consistency in document processing, and the ability to manage scanning and control activities in a structured environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the organization and maintenance of business documents to ensure records are accurate and easy to retrieve.<br>• Process paper files into digital formats by completing scanning tasks with a high level of accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Review incoming materials for completeness before indexing, filing, or converting them into electronic records.<br>• Compile documents from multiple sources to create complete and well-structured record sets.<br>• Monitor document control practices to support compliance with internal standards for record handling.<br>• Maintain orderly filing systems for both physical and scanned documentation.<br>• Identify missing, duplicated, or unclear records and resolve issues before final submission or storage.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to provide timely access to requested documents and archived materials.
  • 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Newark, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 75 - 85 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a wholesale food distribution organization in the Bronx, NY on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will lead critical year-end accounting activities, help ensure accurate financial reporting, and provide steady oversight through the audit period. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with close processes, financial statements, payroll review, and reporting within a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the full year-end close process to ensure accounts are reconciled, deadlines are met, and financial results are accurately finalized.</p><p>• Prepare and review year-end financial statements and supporting schedules for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with reporting requirements.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders and external auditors by organizing documentation, responding to audit requests, and helping drive the audit process through completion.</p><p>• Oversee year-end reporting activities, delivering timely financial information and analysis to support leadership decision-making.</p><p>• Review year-end payroll activity and related records to confirm proper accounting treatment and resolve discrepancies as needed.</p><p>• Manage day-to-day accounting oversight within QuickBooks while maintaining reliable financial records and internal controls.</p><p>• Provide on-site financial leadership four days per week to support collaboration, issue resolution, and operational continuity.</p><p>• Assist with accounting-related work tied to broader platform changes as needed, while remaining focused on close and audit support priorities.</p>
  • 2026-09-11T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Englishtown, 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>
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 140000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
  • <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>
  • 2026-09-02T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Trenton, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Controller, Mercer County, NJ</strong></p><p>A well-established manufacturing company in Central New Jersey is seeking a hands-on Controller to oversee its finance and accounting operations. Known for its high-quality products and long-tenured workforce, this organization operates within a stable, specialized market. The environment is collaborative, offering leaders the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both daily operations and the company’s long-term success.</p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>We are looking for a driven Accounting &amp; Finance leader to manage the full financial function of a growing manufacturing business. This individual will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, lead a small team, and partner closely with ownership to provide financial insights, operational guidance, and continuous process improvements. This is a highly visible role with broad responsibility across accounting, reporting, and analysis.</p><p><strong>Accounting &amp; Financial Oversight</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting</li><li>Lead and actively participate in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process</li><li>Ensure financial statements are accurate, timely, and compliant with GAAP</li><li>Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks</li></ul><p><strong>Cost &amp; Inventory Accounting</strong></p><ul><li>Manage cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, standard costing, and variance analysis</li><li>Partner with operations to evaluate production costs and identify efficiencies</li><li>Monitor inventory levels, reserves, and reconciliation processes to ensure accuracy</li></ul><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Supervise and develop a team of 2–4 accounting professionals</li><li>Provide daily direction, manage priorities, and drive accountability across the</li><li>Promote a collaborative, high-performance team culture</li></ul><p><strong>Reporting &amp; Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and present financial reporting and analysis to ownership</li><li>Deliver insights on financial performance, profitability, and key cost d</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>Audit &amp; Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the primary liaison for external drivers</li><li>Lead the annual audit process and ensure timely completion</li><li>Maintain compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-28T00:00:00Z
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.
  • 2026-09-01T00:00:00Z
Dispatcher
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dependable Dispatcher to support daily student transportation operations. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can balance route coordination, fast communication, and strong customer service in a time-sensitive environment. The person in this role will help keep service running smoothly by managing driver activity, responding to changes throughout the day, and maintaining accurate operational records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily assignment of school bus drivers for recurring routes, athletic events, and special trip requests.<br>• Oversee route progress during service hours and provide timely guidance to drivers when issues arise on the road.<br>• Relay schedule adjustments, detours, delays, and urgent updates to drivers, school contacts, and internal leadership.<br>• Monitor attendance for driving staff and secure coverage when callouts or unexpected scheduling gaps occur.<br>• Keep transportation documentation current, including route details, driver allocations, incident notes, and service logs.<br>• Address questions and concerns from schools, parents, and transportation team members with professionalism and clarity.<br>• Support route development efforts while helping ensure operations align with company standards and transportation rules.<br>• Partner with operations, maintenance, and leadership teams to reduce disruptions and maintain dependable service.<br>• Make sound decisions during time-sensitive situations to limit delays and restore service efficiently.
  • 2026-08-27T00:00:00Z
Division Controller
  • Plymouth Meeting, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Growing company located in the Greater Philadelphia area is looking to staff a Division Controller. This Division Controller will oversee the company’s accounting operations and financial reporting while ensuring accurate financial records, compliance with regulatory requirements, and effective internal controls. In this role, you will be responsible for creating annual budgets, overseeing the month end close process, providing variance analysis, expense forecasting, general ledger maintenance, financial reporting, auditing, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulatory requirements, facilitating training and development opportunities, tax planning, and overseeing the integration of acquisitions into accounting systems. The ideal Division Controller for this role must have knowledge of current industry trends and excellent auditing skills.</p><p> </p><p>Your responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Drive strategic planning while overseeing all accounting operations, policies, and internal controls.</li><li>Ensure timely, accurate financial statements, WIP reporting, and division performance analysis.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting packages, and ongoing financial controls.</li><li>Partner with Project Managers to review costs, analyze variances, resolve issues, and support accurate project close‑outs.</li><li>Oversee cash flow and lead job costing, payroll, AR, and AP teams to ensure timely, compliant billings.</li></ul>
  • 2026-08-25T00:00:00Z
Assistant Controller
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 85 - 100 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to provide hands-on accounting leadership for a global services organization based in New York City. This Long-term Contract position will support a lean finance team by managing core accounting operations, strengthening close and reporting activities, and helping maintain accuracy across international entities. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in global accounting environments, with strong NetSuite expertise.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting activities across payables, receivables, billing, general ledger, and related financial operations.</p><p>• Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reporting deliverables.</p><p>• Prepare and review consolidated financial information for a multinational organization with operations spanning more than 100 countries.</p><p>• Perform detailed balance sheet reviews and resolve complex account discrepancies through thorough reconciliation and analysis.</p><p>• Oversee bank and account reconciliations to maintain accurate records and support reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Coordinate external audit activities and provide documentation, schedules, and responses to auditors in a timely manner.</p><p>• Support financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP and contribute to work involving IFRS considerations across international entities.</p><p>• Use NetSuite to manage accounting processes, improve reporting visibility, and maintain integrity within financial data and workflows.</p>
  • 2026-09-02T00:00:00Z
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>
  • 2026-09-09T00:00:00Z
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>
  • 2026-08-14T00:00:00Z