Controller - VP

Kforce Inc; Morristown (NJ); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

FSA

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

AD&D insurance

Job summary

Kforce Inc. is seeking a VP Controller in New Jersey. You will report to the CFO and lead a team of accounting professionals, guiding financial reporting, SEC compliance, and internal controls in a hybrid work setting.

The role requires CPA and 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, with deep GAAP knowledge and ERP systems expertise. Equity is part of a competitive package, and on-site collaboration is encouraged.

Qualifications

• CPA certification required with extensive accounting background.
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience (public/private mix preferred).
• Experience with SEC reporting, financial statements, footnotes, disclosures.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and ASC guidance relevant to finance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting and SEC filings, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Lead internal controls design and governance over financial reporting.
• Manage ERP/GL systems (SAP/Oracle/PeopleSoft) and related tools.
• Collaborate with CFO and accounting team to drive process improvements.

Skills

Financial reporting

SEC compliance

GAAP proficiency

Internal controls

ERP knowledge

Education

CPA

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

PeopleSoft

Wdesk

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce's client, a fast-growing, NJ-based tech firm is seeking a VP Controller. Summary: In this demanding and rewarding role, you will report to the CFO and work closely with a talented team of CPA's and accounting professionals. The position offers unlimited professional challenges and a very competitive compensation package which includes equity. A hybrid work schedule is available.

Requirements

• CPA
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience (combo of public and private accounting experience highly preferred)
• Experienced with Financial Reporting and SEC Compliance including preparation of detailed financial statements, footnotes, and disclosures in compliance with SEC, FASB, and PCAOB regulations, as well as handling Form 10-K and 10-Q filings and XBRL issues
• Deep working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and key principles of application for a wide array of finance and accounting areas
• Superior technical accounting knowledge and exposure is essential in areas including but not limited to: ASC 606, ASC 842, ASC 805 and complex scenarios including revenue recognition, lease accounting, and M&A accounting
• Strong Internal Controls and Compliance exposure is required; Able to design and maintain internal controls over financial reporting
• Expertise in ERP and General Ledger systems (SAP, Oracle, or PeopleSoft preferred), with proficiency in reconciliation software and SEC reporting tools like Wdesk are preferred

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

• We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees.
• Salaried personnel receive paid time off.
• Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law.
• Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.