Controller

Aleron; Town of Lewiston (NY); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations across multiple entities and locations in Lewiston, NY. This role will manage the monthly to annual close, review journal entries, and ensure GAAP compliance while strengthening internal controls.

You will partner with Finance leadership to support budgeting, cost accounting, and regulatory reporting. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and at least four years of progressive accounting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.
• 4 years of progressive accounting experience are required.
• CPA strongly preferred is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Oversee accounting for multiple business units, entities, and operating locations.
• Analyze financial results and explain variances to budget and prior periods.
• Ensure accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger activity.
• Provide leadership to AP, AR and other accounting staff.
• Develop and document accounting procedures and process controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Excel

Accounting leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Job Title:Controller

Location: Lewiston, NY

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Industry: Environmental

Compensation: $ 115-130k

Schedule: Full-time Monday-Friday

About the Opportunity:

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, budgeting support, multi-entity accounting, and financial close processes. This role ensures accurate and timely financial information while strengthening operational and financial controls across the organization.

The Controller plays a key leadership role in managing a complex, asset-intensive, multi-location environment involving fleet accounting, disposal operations, route profitability, cost accounting, capital expenditures, and regulatory compliance. This role will work closely with the VP of Accounting & Finance to improve financial processes, support strategic initiatives, and maintain the integrity of the company's financial statements.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Oversee accounting for multiple business units, entities, and operating locations
• Analyze financial results and explain variances to budget and prior periods
• Ensure accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations and general ledger activity
• Provide leadership and oversight to AP, AR & other accounting staff
• Establish workflows, priorities, and performance expectations for accounting staff
• Improve accounting procedures and departmental efficiencies
• Maintain and strengthen internal accounting controls and financial policies
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax requirements, and company policies
• Develop and document accounting procedures and process controls
• Support compliance with banking covenants and lender reporting requirements
• Assist the VP of Accounting & Finance with annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Develop and maintain cost accounting processes to improve visibility into operational profitability
• Assist in managing the sales tax compliance process for both New York State & Ontario, Canada.
• Analyze profitability by division, customer segment, and operating location
• Provide insights into cost control opportunities and margin improvement initiatives
• Support financial modeling and operational KPI reporting
• Maintain and improve documentation of financial procedures and risk controls.
• Lead initiatives to strengthen internal control environment and reduce exposure to financial and operational risks.
• Assist in compiling, tracking and evaluating insurance coverages and the financial implications of changing deductible thresholds.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions:

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements:

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required
• 4 years of progressive accounting experience

What Sets You Apart:

• CPA strongly preferred
• Prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience preferred
• Experience with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting environments preferred
• Experience in waste management, transportation, logistics, construction, manufacturing, or other asset-intensive industries preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and cost accounting principles
• Experience managing accounting teams and close processes
• Advanced ERP/accounting system experience required
• Strong Excel and financial analysis skills

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.