Assistant Controller
Robert Half
Job Description Job Description 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. Responsibilities:
Guide accounting practices, financial controls, and department procedures to align with business goals and operational needs.
Manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure timely, accurate, and well-documented financial results.
Review and authorize journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, and supporting schedules to maintain the quality of close reporting.
Prepare and oversee financial statements, internal management reporting, and related analyses in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company standards.
Lead cost accounting activities for manufacturing operations, including standard costing, inventory valuation, overhead application, and variance analysis.
Maintain strong controls over inventory processes such as cycle counts, physical counts, reserve assessments, and adjustment reviews.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling by developing assumptions, analyses, and presentations for leadership review.
Review customer pricing submissions and proposal support to confirm compliance, profitability, and adherence to internal approval expectations.
Promote effective use of accounting and inventory systems while safeguarding data integrity, confidentiality, and internal control requirements.
The ideal Assistant Controller candidate should have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education. CPA preferred. Other requirements for the Assistant Controller position include and are not limited to:
7+ years of progressive accounting experience
Strong manufacturing cost accounting experience
Advanced Excel and Power BI experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
For more information on this Assistant Controller role and other full time accounting and finance opportunities, please contact Sam Massie at View phone number on click.appcast.io and reference JO#03720-0013502870
Vacancy posted 15 hours ago
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