Corporate Controller

Soni; Scotch Plains (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Soni is partnering with a growing organization to hire a Controller who will oversee the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions, manage month-end close, internal controls, and day-to-day accounting operations while partnering with senior leadership to support financial objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance, 7+ years in accounting and finance, and experience in a controller or senior accounting leadership role, with strong GAAP knowledge and ERP

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Experience in Controller or senior accounting leadership.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and financial reporting.
• Hands-on with month-end/year-end close.
• Proficient with Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong communication across departments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting and financial reporting.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and schedules.
• Ensure accurate account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals.
• Oversee general ledger, AP, AR, cash management, and fixed assets.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and internal controls.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Manage external audits and tax filings.
• Analyze financial results and provide insights into variances and business performance.
• Partner with leadership on financial planning and decision-making.
• Lead and develop accounting staff and promote process improvements.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management.
• Support special projects and initiatives.

Skills

GAAP

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Excel

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Soni is partnering with a growing organization seeking a Controller to oversee the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions. This individual will be responsible for managing the month-end close, financial reporting, internal controls, and day-to-day accounting operations while partnering with senior leadership to support the company’s financial objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day accounting and financial reporting functions.
• Manage and oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and other accounting activities.
• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and fixed assets.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable accounting regulations.
• Manage and support external audits, tax filings, and other regulatory requirements.
• Analyze financial results and provide insight into variances, trends, and business performance.
• Partner with operational and senior leadership teams on financial planning and decision-making.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while promoting process improvements and operational efficiency.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and other financial planning activities.
• Support special projects and other initiatives as requested by senior management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Prior experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Hands‑on experience managing month-end and year-end close processes.
• Experience with general ledger accounting, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with ERP/accounting systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• CPA or MBA preferred.
• Experience managing and developing accounting teams.
• Experience with multi‑entity or multi‑location accounting.
• Experience with consolidations and intercompany accounting.
• Public accounting or audit experience.
• Experience with SOX, internal controls, or compliance.
• Manufacturing, distribution, services, or other operational industry experience.
• Experience with ERP implementations or accounting process improvements.
• Strong business acumen and ability to partner with senior leadership.

Compensation:

$130,000 - $160,000

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