Corporate Controller

Soni; Franklin Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Soni is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, close, internal controls, and team leadership in New Jersey.

This is a hands-on leadership role with direct executive exposure. The ideal candidate has a strong controllership background, strong technical accounting skills, and the ability to lead teams while supporting process improvement, systems initiatives, and broader business decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• CPA certification is required.
• Strong GAAP, close, financial reporting, controls, audit and compliance background.
• Experience in leading and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations.
• Own month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close.
• Oversee financial reporting, balance sheet review, variance analysis, and management reporting.
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support audits, compliance, banking, and reporting requirements.
• Partner with senior leadership on financial results, planning, and special projects.
• Support system improvements, process enhancements, and operational efficiencies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting/finance team members.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Strong GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Close processes

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Corporate Controller

Soni is partnering with a growing organization seeking a Corporate Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, close, internal controls, and team leadership.

This is a hands-on leadership role with direct executive exposure. The ideal candidate has a strong controllership background, strong technical accounting skills, and the ability to lead teams while supporting process improvement, systems initiatives, and broader business decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations
• Own month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
• Oversee financial reporting, balance sheet review, variance analysis, and management reporting
• Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Support audits, compliance, banking, and reporting requirements
• Partner with senior leadership on financial results, planning, and special projects
• Support system improvements, process enhancements, and operational efficiencies
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting / finance team members

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA required
• Strong GAAP, close, financial reporting, controls, audit, and compliance background
• Prior experience managing and developing teams
• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to be hands‑on while partnering strategically with leadership

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in a growing, complex, or multi‑location business
• ERP implementation or systems improvement experience
• Public accounting background
• Experience supporting process improvement, change management, or special projects

Compensation:

$180,000 - $210,000

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications.