<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>
<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>
<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>
<p>Established South Jersey client is looking to add a Controller with real estate industry experience to their finance team. The Controller will be responsible for ensuring compliance within the government sector, overseeing cost accounting, consolidations, financial reporting, budgeting, general ledger responsibilities, assisting with payroll tax processing, creating financial forecasting coordinating month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes, and implementing and maintaining internal controls to safeguard company assets. The ideal individual for this role must be a people leader, drive process improvements & ERP system enhancements, have strong knowledge of GAAP, and proven experience in budgeting.</p><p><br></p><p>Major Responsibilities</p><p>· Review and manage accounting operations</p><p>· Oversee the month end close process</p><p>· Develop financial strategies</p><p>· Expense Variance Review</p><p>· Prepare financial statements and reports</p><p>· Account Reconciliations </p><p>· Consolidate financial data</p><p>· Internal Control Monitoring</p><p>· Assist with internal/external audit preparation</p><p>· Coach, Train, Mentor financial staff</p>
<p>Growing professional services organization seeks a hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, forecasting, and strategic financial analysis. This role partners closely with executive leadership to drive profitability, improve processes, and support business growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Lead all accounting functions, including GL, AP, AR, payroll oversight, fixed assets, and cash management.</p><p>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis.</p><p>Manage month-end and year-end close processes.</p><p>Ensure GAAP compliance, strong internal controls, and regulatory reporting requirements.</p><p>Coordinate audits, banking relationships, tax filings, and treasury activities.</p><p>Analyze business performance, margins, labor costs, and profitability to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>Partner with department leaders on budgeting, financial planning, and operational initiatives.</p><p>Drive process improvements, automation, and system optimization.</p><p>Lead, develop, and mentor the accounting team.</p>
<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>
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.
<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><p><br></p>
<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>
<p>Global manufacturing company located in the Montgomery County, PA area is looking to hire a Controller with proven financial analysis, US GAAP and tax reduction experience. This position will play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, preparing monthly financial reports, overseeing the preparation & completion of account/bank reconciliations, maintaining accounting/ERP system implementation, managing the month-end process, leading and supporting the accounting team, 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>· Lead and manage day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll oversight </p><p>· Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP </p><p>· Manage and refine job costing processes, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across multiple projects </p><p>· Partner with project managers and leadership to provide financial insights on project performance and profitability </p><p>· Monitor cash flow, support forecasting efforts, and ensure financial stability of ongoing projects </p><p>· Establish and maintain internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets </p><p>· Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial partners as needed</p>
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.
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.
<p>Central NJ Construction company has immediate need for a permanent a Controller. The Controller must have prior construction industry experience and be comfortable performing the responsibilities included below: -Daily reporting to management of Cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, line of credit. -Weekly review and reconciliation of the accounts payable balances to ensure all items are accurate. - Budgeting and Forecasting - Review of the balance sheet and profit and loss statements to - WIP Report maintenance - Working with project manager/ estimator/ management on reconciling issues with jobs on the schedule. - Administering the weekly payroll and working with the third-party provider to ensure accurate and timely payroll. - Assist the project manager/estimator/management in financial requests related to bid submission. </p><p> Salary in the 150-160K range plus M/D/V and retirement savings plan.</p>
<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'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>
<p>Established manufacturing company in Edison, NJ is seeking a Controller.</p><p> </p><p>Benefits:</p><p> • Paid time off</p><p>• Dental insurance</p><p> • Health insurance</p><p> • Vision Insurance</p><p> • Health savings account</p><p> • Life insurance</p><p>• 401(k) including profit sharing</p><p> </p>
<p>I'm excited to be partnering with a highly recognizable New York City nonprofit organization with approximately $150M in annual budget that is looking to add a Controller to its growing finance leadership team.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a newly created role reporting directly to the Head of Accounting and offers the opportunity to help drive accounting operations, strengthen processes, and support the continued growth and complexity of the organization. The Head of Accounting is also interested in upcoming Sn. Acct. Mgr. and Asst Controllers to step up into this position.</p><p> </p><p>The finance team is comprised of several professionals with Big 4 public accounting backgrounds and CPA credentials, creating a highly technical, collaborative, and development-oriented environment.</p><p> </p><p>Ideal background:</p><p>✔ Public accounting foundation (Big 4 or larger national/regional firm highly preferred)</p><p>✔ CPA or Parts Passed are required</p><p>✔ Strong nonprofit accounting experience is required, including financial reporting, audits, compliance, and fund/grant accounting</p><p>✔ Experience managing close, internal controls, and accounting operations</p><p>✔ Ability to partner with senior leadership and contribute strategically beyond the debits and credits</p><p> </p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys mission-driven work but also wants the sophistication, pace, and professional rigor typically found in top-tier accounting organizations.</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 3 days and remote 2 day.</p><p> </p><p>Compensation Package based on experience:</p><p>Base: $165 - $190k base</p><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>
<p>🚨 <strong>PROJECT CONTROLLER | HIGH-GROWTH GENERAL CONTRACTOR</strong></p><p>A rapidly growing <strong>General Contractor</strong> is looking for a <strong>Project Controller</strong> to lead a team of <strong>6–8 Project Accountants</strong> and play a key role in a high-volume, rapidly expanding project environment.</p><p><strong>This is a growth-driven opening:</strong> the current Project Controller was recently <strong>promoted within the organization to a net new position do to growth</strong>, creating an opportunity for someone new to step into this leadership role and join a strong, growing Finance & Accounting team.</p><p>If you're a <strong>Project Controller, Project Accounting Manager</strong> with strong construction experience and a background managing high-volume WIP/project accounting, this could be a great opportunity.</p><p><br></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 5 days.</p><p> </p><p>Compensation Package based on experience:</p><p>Base: $175- $220k base + discretionary bonus </p><p><br></p><p>🔨 The Role</p><ul><li>Lead and mentor a team of <strong>6–8 Project Accountants</strong></li><li>Oversee project accounting and <strong>WIP</strong> across a significant project portfolio</li><li>Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness of project financial reporting</li><li>Provide guidance and oversight on high-volume vendor and project activity</li><li>Partner closely with project management, subcontractors, and internal Finance & Accounting teams</li><li>Help develop processes and improve the overall Project Accounting function</li><li>Manage priorities in a fast-paced environment where things move quickly</li><li>Serve as a key resource for the Project Accounting team and broader organization</li></ul><p><br></p>