Financial Controller

Posted 3 days ago

haysKearny (NJ)

SENIORITY

Manager

SALARY

$170k

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About the role

About the Company: A private equity-backed manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join its growing finance leadership team. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a high-impact opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in building strong financial controls, improving processes, and supporting strategic growth across a multi-entity organization.
Key Responsibilities: Lead the review and approval of vendor invoices, expense reports, payroll, and payment runs Serve as the primary control point for ACH, wire, and check disbursements Protect the business from payment fraud through strong vendor onboarding and master data governance Design, document, and continuously improve finance processes across procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, payroll oversight, and month-end close Own and strengthen the internal control framework, including approval matrices, segregation of duties, and payment controls Oversee month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and financial reporting deliverables Develop meaningful financial reports and KPIs for executive leadership Support budgeting, forecasting, working capital management, external audits, tax filings, and lender reporting Mentor and develop the accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including Controller-level experience within a manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls Proven experience reviewing and approving payments, payroll, and expenditures within a multi-entity or mid-sized organization Demonstrated success improving finance processes and implementing scalable controls Experience with ERP systems, treasury management platforms, ACH controls, and positive pay systems Experience in a private equity-backed or high-growth environment is highly desirable Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Must reside within commuting distance of Kearny/Totowa, NJ or Ogden, UT and possess permanent U.S. work authorization What you get in returnA competitive salary up to $170k with benefits, PTO, 401k, and much more!!What to do next Apply today if you’re looking for an exciting opportunity where you can make an impact, apply today!

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