Financial Controller

Controller North Jersey 130k-160k

The Controller will oversee all accounting and financial operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This role involves managing banking relationships, cash flow, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and experienced in accounting and finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Banking Operations
   • Maintain strong relationships with banking partners.
   • Monitor cash flow and ensure timely transfers and availability of funds.
2. Cash Management & Reconciliation
   • Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
   • Ensure timely and accurate cash movement and reporting.
3. Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
   • Compile, organize, and process A/P and A/R transactions.
   • Obtain CEO approvals for payments and communicate with vendors.
   • Manage bi-monthly A/P runs and handle urgent ad-hoc payments.
   • Issue payments via checks, wires, and other methods.
4. Bookkeeping & Reporting
   • Maintain dual sets of records (cash and accrual basis).
   • Prepare and review financial reports with leadership.
   • Provide detailed reporting for monthly presentations.
5. Payroll & Compliance
   • Manage payroll processing and 1099 payments.
   • Oversee benefits administration and maintain relationship with PEO.
   • Act as liaison with external accountants and assist with tax preparation.
6. Budgeting & Forecasting
   • Produce quarterly budget forecasts and cash flow projections.
7. Ownership Tracking
   • Track ownership interests and related documentation.
8. Systems & Tools
   • Maintain and optimize QuickBooks usage.
9. Office Management
   • Order and maintain stock of snacks and drinks for office pantry.
   • Order lunches for the office

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• 4+ years of progressive accounting experience. Real Estate experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.