Assistant Controller/Controller

PKF O'Connor Davies TalentConnect; East Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

PKF O'Connor Davies TalentConnect is seeking an Assistant Controller in East Rutherford, NJ, to enhance the accuracy and operational efficiency of accounting functions. The role requires 5 to 10 years of experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, and preferably a CPA designation.

The candidate will oversee financial reporting, manufacturing accounting, and audit processes, ensuring compliance with internal controls and GAAP. Strong ERP system experience and advanced Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience.
• Strong foundation in GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience working with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Assist with SEC reporting activities, including preparation of Forms 10‑Q and 10‑K.
• Oversee inventory accounting activities across multiple manufacturing locations.
• Coordinate and support external audit activities.

Skills

GAAP

Financial Reporting

ERP Systems

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Financial Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation

Tools

NetSuite

Workiva

Job description

Our client, a growing, publicly traded manufacturing company in East Rutherford, NJ, is seeking an Assistant Controller to support the integrity, accuracy, and operational effectiveness of its accounting and financial reporting functions. This role will partner closely with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Procurement leadership to support timely financial reporting, manufacturing accounting, inventory oversight, audit readiness, internal controls, and scalable financial infrastructure.

The Assistant Controller will play a key role in strengthening reporting processes, improving operational visibility, supporting disciplined business decision-making, and helping the organization continue to mature as a larger enterprise platform.

Key Responsibilities

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely, accurate, and audit‑ready financial reporting. This includes preparing and reviewing journal entries, account reconciliations, schedules, workpapers, and internal and external reporting packages.

Assist with SEC reporting activities, including preparation and review of Forms 10‑Q and 10‑K, and help maintain compliance with GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, internal controls, and company accounting policies.

Support manufacturing accounting processes, including standard costing, variance analysis, inventory valuation, BOM reconciliation, and cost accuracy initiatives. Analyze production variances and operational financial trends to support improved plant performance, cost control, and decision‑making.

Oversee inventory accounting activities across multiple manufacturing locations, monitor cycle count programs, inventory reconciliations, valuation accuracy, and inventory controls. Provide visibility into operational KPIs and financial performance drivers at the line and plant level.

Coordinate and support external audit activities, strengthen financial controls and documentation, participate in ERP and financial systems initiatives, and identify process improvement opportunities related to reporting, inventory accuracy, operational efficiency, and financial scalability.

Support, mentor, and collaborate with accounting team members and cross‑functional business partners while translating financial and operational data into actionable insights for non‑financial leaders.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required. CPA designation strongly preferred.

5 to 10 years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including a strong foundation in GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and manufacturing accounting.

Prior public accounting experience strongly preferred, particularly with exposure to auditing SEC manufacturing clients. Experience in manufacturing, food production, consumer products, or other operationally complex environments is highly desirable.

Experience working with ERP systems; NetSuite experience preferred. Knowledge of SEC reporting processes preferred, and Workiva experience a plus. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong financial analysis capabilities required.

Detail‑oriented, collaborative, analytical, and comfortable working across both finance and operations. Strong communication skills, sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to partner effectively with non‑financial stakeholders are essential.

Compensation: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00. Actual compensation will be dependent on the specific role, office location, and the individual’s qualifications, experience, skills, and certifications.