Controller

PM Human Capital Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A financial services provider is searching for a Controller in New York City. This role involves overseeing accounting functions and financial reporting for a multi-entity organization. The ideal candidate should have over fifteen years of experience in consumer goods or beverage industries, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Sage software. Strong communication skills are essential for presenting financial insights to management and guiding staff development. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• Fifteen or more years of experience within a consumer goods, food, or beverage environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to present clear financial insights to management.

Responsibilities

• Review operational budgets and analyze variances against budget results.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reporting packages with supporting analysis.
• Manage all core accounting operations including accounts receivable and accounts payable.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to interact professionally with vendors

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Sage software

Job description

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Controller

Location: New York City

Structure: Multi-entity, family-owned, closely held group

Overview

This role requires deep experience supporting a multi-entity (15+), family-owned or closely held organization. The Controller will oversee all accounting functions, financial reporting, and the development of strengthened internal controls across more than twenty entities. Success in this position demands a proactive and communicative mindset, especially when issues arise. The ideal candidate is forward-thinking, challenges outdated processes, streamlines operations, and provides clear, actionable insights to leadership. A practical, common-sense approach is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Review operational budgets and analyze variances against budget and prior period results
• Deliver proactive analytics and reporting to improve forecasting, identify trends, and support decision-making
• Perform and finance tasks including reconciliations, financial analysis, and budgeting
• Prepare weekly and monthly reporting packages with supporting analysis
• Manage all core accounting operations including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and inventory
• Oversee the monthly close process and prepare monthly and annual financial statements
• Oversee payroll, 401k administration, and insurance programs
• Support select HR functions including benefits, onboarding, hiring, and office management across all entities
• Guide, mentor, and develop accounting staff to support the growth and maturity of the finance function
• Prepare and file sales tax returns
• Manage permits and compliance needs

Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Fifteen or more years of experience within a consumer goods, food, or beverage environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Experience with Sage software
• Ability to interact professionally with vendors, auditors, and external partners
• Strong communication skills and the ability to present clear financial insights to management

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Inferred from the description for this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)