Controller
confidential
Edison, NJ
Controller
$150-170,000
Edison, NJ
Growth-oriented privately held industrial products manufacturing and distribution company is
currently seeking a Controller to join their team. We are a mid-sized company with operations in NJ, and additional facilities within the US and Internationally. We are seeking a financial leader that can partner with ownership and the senior management team and that values tradition and family values while creating a culture that embraces growth, teamwork, professionalism, and innovation.
Qualified candidates will have:
· A bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA, master's or additional professional qualifications desired
· 10-20 years of progressive accounting experience; ideal background includes public accounting training and private industry experience in a similar size company (small to mid-sized) and industry (manufacturing, distribution, import related operations). All public accounting and all private industry backgrounds will be considered
· Experience managing and overseeing a company's accounting, finance, and office operations
· Supervisory experience
· Excellent interpersonal/people skills with a fair, professional, diplomatic, and positive approach
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Ability and desire to be hands-on and strategic
*Must have strong computer skills, excellent Excel capabilities and experience working on an integrated ERP system.
Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
· Monthly accounting close and preparation of financial statements, P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements
· Oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivables, imports, billing, and collections
· Maintain strong relations with customers and resolve collections issues
· Cash management, bank reconciliation, banking relations and working capital optimization
· Inventory control, cost accounting, sales analysis, and pricing analysis
· Provide analysis of operational performance and KPI's; work to improve processes, controls, and reporting systems
· Ad-hoc projects, financial analysis, and forecasting
· Coordinate audit and tax filings with outside accountants
· Work with ownership and senior leadership team on growth initiatives, strategic initiatives and
long-term planning
· Payroll preparation and benefits administration
· Ensure company policies and procedures are complied with
· Support teams with talent recruitment, performance and development