Controller

Controller, Mercer County, NJ

A well-established manufacturing company in Central New Jersey is seeking a hands-on Controller to oversee its finance and accounting operations. Known for its high-quality products and long-tenured workforce, this organization operates within a stable, specialized market. The environment is collaborative, offering leaders the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both daily operations and the company’s long-term success.

Position Overview

We are looking for a driven Accounting & Finance leader to manage the full financial function of a growing manufacturing business. This individual will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, lead a small team, and partner closely with ownership to provide financial insights, operational guidance, and continuous process improvements. This is a highly visible role with broad responsibility across accounting, reporting, and analysis.

Accounting & Financial Oversight

• Oversee all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting
• Lead and actively participate in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process
• Ensure financial statements are accurate, timely, and compliant with GAAP
• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal control frameworks

Cost & Inventory Accounting

• Manage cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, standard costing, and variance analysis
• Partner with operations to evaluate production costs and identify efficiencies
• Monitor inventory levels, reserves, and reconciliation processes to ensure accuracy

Team Leadership

• Supervise and develop a team of 2–4 accounting professionals
• Provide daily direction, manage priorities, and drive accountability across the
• Promote a collaborative, high-performance team culture

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and present financial reporting and analysis to ownership
• Deliver insights on financial performance, profitability, and key cost d
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning initiatives

Audit & Compliance

• Act as the primary liaison for external drivers
• Lead the annual audit process and ensure timely completion
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and reporting requirements

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a leadership
• Prior experience within a small or mid-sized manufacturing organization
• Strong knowledge of cost and inventory accounting
• Experience with larger ERP systems required such as SAP, NetSuite, or Oracle
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools

Leadership & Communication

• Proven ability to lead and develop accounting teams
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levels
• Hands-on, detail-oriented approach with the ability to balance strategic and tactical responsibilities preferred
• CPA designation preferred but not required

Work Environment

• Onsite daily in Mercer County, NJ

Why This Role?

• High-impact leadership position within a stable, privately held company
• Broad exposure across finance and operations
• Opportunity to drive process improvements and influence key business decisions
• Collaborative culture with strong employee tenure

Great Benefits Available!

401K match, Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life/AD& D, Short- and Long-Term 

Compensation

$120,000.00-$140,000.00 Yearly

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