Controller (ID# 5298) (White Plains)

Controller - Fully Onsite - White Plains, NY

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to take ownership of the company’s accounting function from soup to nuts. This is an excellent opportunity for a Controller who enjoys being directly involved in the day-to-day accounting operations while also improving processes, strengthening controls, and building a more sophisticated accounting infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting expertise, particularly ASC 606 revenue recognition, along with hands-on experience with accrual accounting and transitioning an organization from cash-basis to accrual accounting.

This role will have significant ownership and visibility across the organization. The Controller will assess the existing accounting environment, identify gaps, implement improved processes and controls, troubleshoot complex accounting issues, and ensure the company’s financial information is accurate, timely, and properly reported.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the company’s accounting function while reporting to CFO.
• Manage all aspects of the general ledger, month-end and year-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting
• Implement and manage ASC 606 revenue recognition processes
• Lead the transition from cash-basis to accrual accounting
• Evaluate existing accounting and revenue recognition processes and identify areas for improvement
• Develop and implement accounting procedures, internal controls, and reconciliation processes
• Troubleshoot accounting issues and provide practical, hands-on solutions
• Ensure revenue, expenses, receivables, payables, and related transactions are properly recorded and reported
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, accounting schedules, and management reports
• Work directly within Intuit Enterprise Suite / QuickBooks Online
• Utilize Microsoft Excel for financial analysis, reconciliations, reporting, and accounting schedules
• Identify gaps within the existing accounting infrastructure and implement process improvements
• Establish and maintain a strong accounting foundation to support the company’s continued growth
• Partner with leadership on accounting, financial reporting, and business-related financial matters
• Provide hands-on Controller-level guidance and support across the organization
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information
• Support external accountants, auditors, tax professionals, and other outside financial partners as needed

Qualifications

• Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or senior-level accounting experience
• Strong technical accounting background with demonstrated ASC 606 and revenue recognition expertise
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting
• Experience transitioning an organization from cash-basis to accrual accounting strongly preferred
• Strong Intuit Enterprise Suite / QuickBooks Online experience
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong general ledger, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting experience
• Proven ability to troubleshoot accounting issues and develop practical solutions
• Hands-on approach with the ability to both perform the accounting work and improve the accounting function
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of the accounting function
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work fully onsite
• Public private CPA highly regarded

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a true hands-on Controller who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves and owning the accounting function. This person should be equally comfortable handling day-to-day accounting responsibilities, solving technical accounting issues, improving processes, and partnering with ownership and senior leadership.

This is an opportunity to build, strengthen, and own the accounting function rather than simply oversee an established department.

EOE:

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.