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Controller

Somerset, New Jersey
Full Time
Controller

Location: Somerset, NJ – In-Person
Employment Type: Part-Time to Full-Time
Schedule: Flexible / Based on Business Needs
Salary: Based on Experience

Position Overview

A growing company in Somerset, New Jersey is seeking an experienced Controller to oversee and manage the company's day-to-day accounting and financial operations.

This is a hands-on position for an accounting professional who is comfortable taking ownership of the accounting function rather than solely providing high-level oversight. The Controller will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing accounts payable and receivable, completing reconciliations and month-end close, preparing financial reports, and coordinating with the company's outside CPA or accounting firm when necessary.

The position will initially be part-time, with the potential to grow into a full-time role based on the company's needs.

Key Responsibilities Accounting & Financial Operations
  • Oversee the company's day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping functions.
  • Manage accounts receivable and collections.
  • Oversee accounts payable, including invoices and payments.
  • Monitor outstanding customer balances and follow up on collections.
  • Maintain accurate general ledger and financial records.
  • Review transactions and ensure expenses are properly recorded and categorized.
  • Identify discrepancies and investigate accounting or financial issues.
  • Maintain organized supporting documentation for financial transactions.
Reconciliations & Month-End Close
  • Perform and review bank and account reconciliations.
  • Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies.
  • Manage the month-end closing process.
  • Prepare journal entries and adjustments as necessary.
  • Ensure financial records are complete and accurate before closing each reporting period.
Financial Reporting
  • Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
  • Provide accurate and timely financial information to ownership and management.
  • Monitor expenses and identify unusual transactions, discrepancies, or opportunities for improved financial controls.
  • Assist management in understanding the company's financial performance.
  • Maintain accurate accounting records to support tax preparation and year-end reporting.
CPA & External Accounting Coordination
  • Coordinate with the company's outside CPA and accounting firm as needed.
  • Prepare financial records and supporting documentation for tax and year-end purposes.
  • Respond to accounting questions and provide requested reports or documentation.
  • Help ensure the company's internal accounting records remain organized and ready for outside review.
Qualifications
  • Previous Controller, senior accounting, or comparable hands-on accounting experience required.
  • Strong accounting and bookkeeping background.
  • Hands-on experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and collections.
  • Experience performing bank and account reconciliations.
  • Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close.
  • Experience preparing and reviewing financial statements.
  • Proficiency with accounting software.
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to identify and resolve financial discrepancies.
  • Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of the accounting function.
  • Dependable, professional, and capable of handling confidential financial information.
  • Experience coordinating with outside CPAs or accounting firms preferred.