Accounting Manager

LHH; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading finance company is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to oversee accounting operations. This mid-senior level position requires strong management skills and expertise in general ledger and inventory accounting. The role offers comprehensive benefits and a chance to make an impact in financial operations.

Qualifications

• Proven management/supervisory experience in an accounting or finance setting.
• Strong expertise in general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Hands-on experience with inventory accounting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger activities.
• Manage and supervise accounting staff, providing guidance and feedback.
• Lead inventory accounting processes, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting.
• Assist in month-end and year-end close procedures.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial workflows.

Skills

Management experience

General ledger accounting expertise

Inventory accounting experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

This range is provided by LHH. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Overview

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Assistant Controller to join our finance team. This role is ideal for a professional with strong leadership capabilities and a comprehensive understanding of general ledger and inventory accounting. You’ll play a key role in managing financial operations, ensuring accuracy, and supporting strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including full-scope general ledger (GL) activities.
• Manage and supervise accounting staff, providing guidance and performance feedback.
• Lead inventory accounting processes, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting.
• Assist in month-end and year-end close procedures.
• Support audits and ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial workflows and reporting.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Proven management/supervisory experience in an accounting or finance setting.
• Strong expertise in general ledger accounting and financial reporting.
• Hands-on experience with inventory accounting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance

Ready to take the next step in your accounting career? Apply now to join a dynamic team where your leadership and expertise will make a real impact. We look forward to hearing from you!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Retail