Controller - $180K+Bonus

Henderson Harbor Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Harbor Group is seeking a Controller for a logistics company to oversee accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close in a GAAP-compliant environment.

Reporting to the President, you will partner with senior management to monitor performance, prepare forecasts, and support strategic decisions while coordinating audits and tax compliance.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with financial reporting and close processes in service industries.
• Experience working with senior management and external auditors.
• CPA preferred or MBA/MSA with accounting emphasis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting department and daily operations in GAAP-compliant manner.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to monitor KPIs and financial targets.
• Prepare forecasts including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow.
• Develop reporting packages for quarterly Board presentations.
• Coordinate tax compliance, audits, and external reviews.
• Maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
• Manage corporate insurance programs and risk management.
• Review contracts, leases, and banking documents for financial terms.
• Maintain banking relationships and cash management activities.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Software services industry experience

Education

Master's degree or CPA

Job description

Henderson Harbor Group is a premier executive search and consulting firm with deep experience in finance, accounting, tax and technology. The search division recruits highly skilled professionals on a direct hire basis. We service our clients primarily in the tri‑state area as well nationally through our AAFA network.

The Controller for this logistics company will oversee the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accurate monthly financial results and effective management of day‑to‑day accounting activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the month‑end close process.

Reporting directly to the President, this individual will collaborate with senior leadership and external management advisors to monitor business performance, support strategic decision‑making, and help achieve the company’s financial and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the accounting department and manage daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the monthly close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Partner with senior management to monitor financial performance, evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs), and support the achievement of revenue, profitability, and EBITDA targets.
• Prepare financial forecasts, including projected income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, while monitoring liquidity and working capital requirements.
• Develop financial materials and reporting packages for quarterly Board presentations, highlighting business performance, financial trends, and areas requiring attention.
• Coordinate tax compliance, external audits, and financial reviews with outside accounting firms while ensuring adherence to applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and documented procedures while identifying opportunities to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Oversee corporate insurance programs, risk management activities, and compliance with relevant business requirements.
• Review and manage key business agreements, including customer contracts, leases, vendor arrangements, and banking documents, to ensure appropriate financial and administrative terms.
• Maintain banking relationships and oversee cash management activities to support the company’s ongoing financial and operational needs

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of overall combined accounting and finance experience
• Master's degree or CPA preferred
• Experience with software services related industry preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and procedures