We are a growing jewelry manufacturing business located in Union City, NJ, seeking a full-time hands-on Controller on-site to lead and strengthen our accounting and finance operations. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting professional with expertise in financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and tax compliance.
Controller / Accounting Manager
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller/Accounting Manager to oversee all accounting and financial operations of our growing company. This role will work closely with ownership and play a key part in maintaining financial integrity, improving processes, and supporting strategic growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Manage daily accounting operations, including:
Accounts Receivable (A/R)
Accounts Payable (A/P)
Collections
Credit management
Supplier payments
Payroll entries
Expense reporting
Maintain the integrity of the General Ledger (GL) and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and supporting schedules.
Optimize ERP and financial reporting systems, streamline workflows, and improve reporting efficiency.
Partner with the external CPA firm on tax reporting, compliance, audits, and annual financial reviews.
Develop and manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and financial reporting processes.
Provide ownership with actionable financial insights and recommendations to support informed business decisions.
Establish and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff, fostering accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
7–10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
Minimum of 3 years of accounting leadership or supervisory experience.
Strong hands-on expertise with:
Month-end and year-end close
General Ledger (GL) management
Account reconciliations
Internal controls
Financial statement preparation
Experience working with external CPA firms on tax compliance, audits, and reporting.
Proven experience managing budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
Proficiency with ERP systems (Dynamics 365 -Business Central preferred), Microsoft Excel, and financial reporting/dashboard tools.
Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to ownership and management.
Ability to support business growth and scale accounting operations as revenues expand.
Detail-oriented, highly organized, and analytical with a proactive problem-solving approach.
Why Join Us?
High-impact leadership role with direct collaboration and visibility to ownership.
Opportunity to strengthen and modernize accounting operations in a company with over 45 years of successful business history.
Financially strong and profitable organization with expanding revenues and growth opportunities.
Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
Competitive compensation package and benefits.
401(k) plan with a generous company match.
Location: New Jersey
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
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