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11 results for Interim Controller in Princeton, NJ

Interim CFO
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 90 - 100 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an accomplished Chief Financial Officer to provide strategic and hands-on leadership for the organization’s finance function in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract position will guide day-to-day financial operations, support sound decision-making across a $17M operating budget, and help strengthen financial discipline in a complex environment. The CFO will partner closely with leadership and the Board, bringing structure, judgment, and a proven approach to managing organizations during periods that require steady financial oversight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct all core finance and accounting activities, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls, and reliable execution across the organization.<br>• Lead the monthly close cycle from start to finish, reviewing results, resolving variances, and maintaining timely delivery of financial statements.<br>• Oversee and mentor a five-person accounting team, setting priorities, improving performance, and promoting accountability.<br>• Develop the annual operating budget and related forecasts, aligning financial plans with organizational goals and expected funding needs.<br>• Present budget recommendations, financial performance updates, and key planning assumptions to the Board in a clear and credible manner.<br>• Monitor cash flow, spending patterns, and capital needs to support operational stability and informed resource allocation.<br>• Strengthen financial processes and business systems to improve reporting efficiency, visibility, and decision support; experience with Sage Intacct is especially valuable.<br>• Establish practical financial frameworks suited to organizations facing high-pressure or turnaround-like circumstances, helping leadership navigate risk and maintain control.
  • 2026-06-09T00:00:00Z
Assistant Controller
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to help lead accounting operations and strengthen financial reporting for a multi-entity business based in New York, New York. This role will work closely with the Controller and cross-functional leaders to keep close cycles on track, support accurate consolidations, and build a high-performing accounting function. The ideal candidate brings strong inventory accounting knowledge from a retail or fashion environment with wholesale exposure and is comfortable driving process improvements in a fast-paced setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Help direct monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities across multiple legal entities while partnering with the Controller to maintain deadlines and reporting accuracy.<br>• Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany activity to support complete and reliable financial results.<br>• Oversee consolidated reporting, including elimination entries, to produce clear financial statements across the organization.<br>• Lead day-to-day accounting activities spanning accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger operations, with a focus on quality and efficiency.<br>• Manage inventory accounting matters such as product costing, reserve analysis, and reconciliations across wholesale, retail, and eCommerce channels.<br>• Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to align inventory movement with accounting records and resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Partner with FP&amp;A, sales, operations, and senior leadership to explain results and highlight financial trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.<br>• Act as a primary accounting lead for NetSuite-related processes, maintaining data accuracy and supporting stronger workflow and reporting capabilities.<br>• Reinforce internal controls, assist with audit readiness, and support compliance activities including external audits and tax-related deliverables.
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Assistant Controller
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 185000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>&#128293; Hot New Opportunity: Senior Accounting Manager | Prestigious Family Office | NYC &#128293;</p><p>I’m currently partnering on a net new Senior Accounting Manager (maybe will call it Asst. Controller based on experience) opportunity with an incredibly prestigious family office in New York City. This is a net new position due to growth and expansion.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a high-exposure role within a sophisticated and complex organization that offers the chance to work closely with senior leadership, including the Controller and, for certain entities, the CFO.</p><p>This is an incredible fit for someone who enjoys a broad, fast-paced, high-volume environment and wants to be part of an elite organization with outstanding exposure and excellent benefits.</p><p>As always, this is a permanent, full time, fully benefited salaried position (this is NOT a temp role or temp to perm).</p><p>They are located in midtown NYC and are in the office 4 days and remote 1 day.</p><p>Compensation Package based on experience:</p><p>Senior Accounting Manager (maybe will call it Asst. Controller based on experience)</p><p>Base: $185 - $250k base + discretionary bonus + robust 401k matching + profit sharing</p><p>Why this opportunity stands out:</p><p>✅ Prestigious family office with over 250+ entities</p><p>✅ Complex structure including 100+ partnerships and trusts</p><p>✅ Highly visible finance and accounting team of 15, including the CFO, Controller, this Senior Accounting Manager, and 11 accounting professionals in NYC</p><p><br></p><p>What the role will focus on:</p><p>• General ledger, Accruals, Month-end close</p><p>• Financial reporting</p><p>• Capital calls and distributions</p><p>• Exposure to some private equity funds</p><p>• Broad family office accounting responsibilities, ranging from family business ventures to certain personal financial matters</p><p>• Supporting a highly active environment with 600+ bank accounts and 1,000+ wires per month</p><p><br></p><p>Leadership responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage 2–3 staff, reviewing of work product, mentor and develop team members</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-15T00:00:00Z
Assistant Controller
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 85 - 100 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join a growing IT software organization in New York, New York. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can strengthen financial operations, support accurate external reporting, and partner closely with the Controller in a SaaS environment. The role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment in regulated reporting matters, and the ability to guide staff while improving the efficiency and reliability of core accounting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close cycle to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Oversee general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules to maintain well-controlled accounting records.<br>• Prepare and review internal and external financial reports, including materials supporting public company reporting requirements and audit readiness.<br>• Apply technical accounting guidance to complex transactions, with particular focus on revenue recognition under ASC 606 and lease accounting under ASC 842.<br>• Partner with the Controller on financial statement audits, compliance matters, and documentation required for internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Supervise and develop accounting team members, setting priorities, reviewing work product, and promoting consistent execution across the department.<br>• Support government contracting and DCAA-related accounting needs by helping maintain compliant records, policies, and reporting practices where applicable.<br>• Contribute to the effective use of Workday Financials and related Workday modules, including coordination of accounting processes tied to payroll, HRIS, and PICOF workflows in support of daily operations.
  • 2026-06-16T00:00:00Z
Financial Controller
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with a dynamic organization in search of a Financial Controller on a short-term contract basis to join our team located in the Greater Philadelphia Region. As a Financial Controller, the role will be centered around Financial Reporting, Month End Close, and Payroll operations.</p><p><br></p><p>What you get to do every single day:</p><p>• Oversee and manage all aspects of financial reporting within the organization.</p><p>• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</p><p>• Supervise the month-end close process and ensure it is completed accurately.</p><p>• Manage payroll functions, ensuring that all procedures are carried out efficiently and in compliance with regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Develop and implement financial control procedures and systems to enhance financial performance.</p><p>• Monitor financial details to ensure that legal requirements are met.</p><p>• Coordinate with external auditors and manage internal controls.</p><p>• Oversee budget preparation and financial planning processes.</p><p>• Manage and track the performance of invested assets in alignment with company&#39;s policies and investment strategy.</p>
  • 2026-06-03T00:00:00Z
Financial Controller
  • Westville, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to lead core accounting operations and provide reliable financial insight for a growing construction 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>Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting</li><li>Manage and maintain accurate Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules, ensuring proper revenue recognition and job costing</li><li>Lead and oversee AIA billing processes, including preparation, submission, and reconciliation of progress billings</li><li>Monitor and analyze project financials to ensure profitability and cost control</li><li>Drive cash flow management, including forecasting, collections, and payment strategies to maintain strong liquidity</li><li>Collaborate with project managers and operational teams to ensure financial alignment on project performance</li><li>Prepare and present financial statements, budgets, and forecasts to senior leadership</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls, and support audit processes as needed</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the finance function</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Director of Finance / Controller
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 185000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>My client is a well-established, highly profitable $300- 400 million dollar privately held apparel wholesaler located in NYC.</p><p> </p><p>The CFO is looking for an exceptional Director of Finance/Controller to add to their team. This will report directly into the CFO. This role is a blended Controllership/FP&amp;A based role.</p><p> </p><p>The best profile will be someone with an accounting foundation/Controller that has since moved into a blended FPA/Accounting based role. The CFO will also be open to a Controller who is looking to break into a blended FPA role.</p><p> </p><p>As always, this is a permanent, full time, fully benefited salaried position (this is NOT a temp role or temp to perm).</p><p> </p><p>They are located in midtown and are in the office 4 days and remote 1 day.</p><p> </p><p>Compensation Package based on experience:</p><p>Base: $185 - $220k base + discretionary bonus</p><p> </p><p>The role will cover:</p><ul><li>Work on special projects with the CFO</li><li>Support FP&amp;A function, treasury and cash flow</li><li>Supporting the Controllership team</li><li>Overall team is around 18x staff</li><li>Experience with brand licensing and royalty accounting is a +</li><li>Identify ways to improve process, automation, procedure </li></ul><p>Who are you?</p><ul><li>MUST have experience within the product-based sector, ideally wholesale/apparel, open to retail and manufacturing backgrounds </li><li>A minimum of a BA/BS in accounting from a top accredited school</li><li>B4/Public Accounting and/or a CPA are a +</li><li>10+ years of experience. </li></ul><p> </p><p>Exceptional communications skills are required. A great dynamic personality and the ability to work along your fellow colleagues is crucial. He or she must be able to effectively collaborate with individuals both inside and outside the company.</p><p> </p><p>If you would like to be considered for this position, please email your resume in a word document to Kevin.Chin@Roberthalf</p>
  • 2026-06-15T00:00:00Z
Division Controller
  • Plymouth Meeting, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 140000 - 150000 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>
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Controller / Accounting Manager
  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 140000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>This role will oversee core accounting operations and financial reporting for the business. The successful candidate will have 7+ years of progressive general accounting experience within a manufacturing environment, with a strong command of inventory accounting. This is not a purely supervisory position—this role requires direct involvement in transactional and operational accounting.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process</li><li>Prepare and review internal financial statements and supporting schedules</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting, including costing, reserves, and reconciliations</li><li>Handle or closely supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable</li><li>Perform general ledger accounting, journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis</li><li>Maintain and improve accounting controls, processes, and documentation</li><li>Support external auditors and year‑end reporting requirements</li><li>Partner with operations and management to support financial decision‑making</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-15T00:00:00Z
Assistant Property Controller
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Assistant Property Controller to support the accounting and financial reporting activities for a sizeable residential real estate portfolio in New York, New York. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting specialist who can manage the monthly close cycle, maintain strong financial controls, and coordinate effectively with shared service resources. The position also works closely with property management, asset management, and development teams to deliver accurate reporting and help drive key financial initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the month-end close process for a large portfolio of residential properties, ensuring timely and accurate completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables.<br>• Review general ledger activity and investigate variances to maintain accurate financial records across multiple properties.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules for portfolio-level and property-level reporting needs.<br>• Provide oversight and direction to offshore accounting support resources to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to deadlines.<br>• Partner with asset management, property management, and development teams to address financial issues, operational questions, and reporting requests.<br>• Assist with audit preparation by organizing documentation, responding to inquiries, and supporting the completion of financial statement audits.<br>• Contribute as an individual contributor without direct reports while managing a high volume of accounting responsibilities independently.<br>• Support special projects and process-related initiatives tied to portfolio accounting operations as needed.
  • 2026-06-24T00:00:00Z
Part-time Law Firm (PI) Controller
  • Horsham, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 45000 - 55000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced part-time Controller to oversee financial operations for a personal injury law firm in the Horsham area of Pennsylvania. This position is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can keep financial records precise, turn data into meaningful insight, and support leadership with clear reporting. The role offers an opportunity to strengthen internal processes while managing core accounting, payroll coordination, and financial analysis in a legal environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting activities in QuickBooks Online, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and the general ledger remains well organized.</p><p>• Lead accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice review, payment processing, collections follow-up, and monitoring outstanding balances.</p><p>• Produce regular financial statements, internal reports, and performance metrics to help leadership evaluate financial results.</p><p>• Review banking activity, complete reconciliations, and oversee deposits to maintain accurate cash records.</p><p>• Compare and reconcile financial information across Clio Manage and QuickBooks Online to support reliable reporting.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll administration with the external payroll provider and verify the accuracy of timekeeping and related records.</p><p>• Manage employee expense reimbursements and review submitted reports for completeness and accuracy.</p><p>• Work with outside accounting advisors on tax matters, compliance support, and other accounting needs.</p><p>• Monitor cash flow, assist with budgeting, and investigate variances to highlight trends and support decision-making.</p><p>• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting procedures, internal controls, dashboards, and reporting workflows, while supporting special projects such as forecasting and vendor cost analysis.</p>
  • 2026-06-05T00:00:00Z