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Atlantic Group

Controller

Linden, NJ · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Oversee the employee expense reimbursement process and related systems Ideal Background: * 3+ years of accounting experience at the Controller/Assistant Controller level * Corporate accounting ...

The Axel Group, LLC

Controller

Summit, NJ · On-site

$180K - $215K/yr

Controller Responsibilities: * Oversee daily accounting operations, including Accounts Payable ... Prepare and analyze monthly budget-to-actual reports and highlighting variances. * Assist with ...

Flying Food Group

Assistant Controller

Newark, NJ · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

Airline Assistant Controller Classification: Exempt Salary Range: $70,000 to $90,000 Reports to: Controller Date: August 2026 We are seeking an assistant controller to support the controller of our ...

Addition Management

Assistant Controller

Princeton, NJ

$150K - $175K/yr

Assistant Controller Location: Princeton, NJ Salary: $150k - $175k + Bonus Medical Device company seeks an Assistant Controller to join their Team! Position Summary The Assistant Controller will ...

Hoxton Circle

Assistant Controller

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

$150K - $160K/yr

The Assistant Controller will work closely with the Controller and play a key role in the day to day accounting operations, while also having visibility into broader financial reporting and project ...

LHH US

Assistant Controller

Paramus, NJ

$50 - $60/hr

Assistant Controller / AVP - Banking Location: Bergen County, New Jersey Job Type: Temporary with Potential for Temp to Permanent Department: Accounting Reports To: SVP & Controller Hourly ...

LHH US

Assistant Controller

Paramus, NJ · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

Assistant Controller / AVP - Banking Location: Bergen County, New Jersey Job Type: Temporary with Potential for Temp to Permanent Department: Accounting Reports To: SVP & Controller Hourly ...

Delco Development

Assistant Controller

Willingboro, NJ · On-site

$110 - $150/hr

... Assistant Controller to support the accounting operations of a complex, multi-entity real estate organization. This role will work closely with the Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting ...

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Kforce Inc.

Assistant Controller

Secaucus, NJ · On-site

The Assistant Controller oversees the accounting, financial reporting, management reporting, audit, and tax compliance functions while providing direct support to the Controller. This role plays a ...

Northbound Search

Assistant Controller

Jersey City, NJ

$140K - $160K/yr

Our client, a growing Telecommunications company, is looking for an experienced accountant to join their accounting team at the Assistant Controller level! This is an immediate need for a CPA to take ...

CompoSecure

Assistant Controller

Somerset, NJ · On-site

$165K - $185K/yr

The Assistant Controller plays a critical role in supporting the Controller and Finance leadership team by overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations ...

CompoSecure

Assistant Controller

Somerset, NJ

The Assistant Controller plays a critical role in supporting the Controller and Finance leadership team by overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations ...

CompoSecure

Assistant Controller

Somerset, NJ · On-site

$165K - $185K/yr

The Assistant Controller plays a critical role in supporting the Controller and Finance leadership team by overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations ...

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Controller

Atlantic Group

Linden, NJ • On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Other

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Title: Controller

Location: Linden, NJ

Compensation: $120K-$150K base


Our client, a growing private aviation company, is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to oversee core accounting operations and support the organization’s broader financial planning and reporting efforts.


This is a hands-on opportunity for someone with strong accounting fundamentals who can take ownership of the close process, financial reporting, cash management, and accounting operations while also helping improve internal processes and systems.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee day-to-day general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and overall accounting accuracy
  • Manage and support the monthly close process, including journal entries, adjustments, and depreciation schedules
  • Prepare monthly and year-to-date financial reporting, variance analysis, cash flow reporting, and forecasts
  • Partner with senior leadership on annual budgeting, recurring forecasts, and financial planning
  • Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, including collections and efforts to minimize aged receivables
  • Analyze spending and vendor costs, identifying opportunities for savings, consolidation, and greater efficiency
  • Support annual external audits by coordinating documentation, providing financial support, and explaining accounting processes and reporting
  • Help develop new internal reporting and strengthen financial controls across the organization
  • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting operations, including billing automation and system/API integrations
  • Oversee the employee expense reimbursement process and related systems


Ideal Background:

  • 3+ years of accounting experience at the Controller/Assistant Controller level
  • Corporate accounting experience with strong knowledge of the month-end close and financial reporting
  • Experience with accounting systems, AP/AR, collections, payments, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and communicate financial insights to leadership


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