Financial Director

Spectrum Staffing Services/HRStaffers Inc.; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to lead a core financial function

Collaborative work environment

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

A staffing agency specializing in finance roles is seeking a Financial Controller in Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ. The role involves managing all aspects of financial management, leading an accounting team, and providing strategic insights to support business decisions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA certification, and experience with ERP systems. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards and corporate compliance.
• Proven leadership in managing accounting staff and developing efficient financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily operations of accounting and finance functions, ensuring timely reporting.
• Lead preparation of financial statements including profit and loss and cash flow reports.
• Manage internal and external audits, maintaining strong communication with auditors.
• Oversee treasury operations, including cash management and liquidity analysis.
• Supervise tax compliance and filings.
• Support leadership in annual budget preparation and financial forecasting.

Skills

Financial reporting standards

Taxation

Cross-departmental collaboration

Leadership

Data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)

ERP systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics NAV)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline

CPA or equivalent professional certification

Job description

Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

SUMMARY

The Financial Controller oversees all aspects of financial management, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment with business goals. This role leads the accounting team, manages financial reporting and audits, and partners with leadership to support operational and commercial decisions through sound financial insight. The position emphasizes proactive planning, fiscal integrity, and continuous improvement across finance functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct the daily operations of accounting and finance functions, ensuring timely reporting and adherence to accounting standards.


• Lead preparation of financial statements, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.


• Manage internal and external audits, maintaining strong communication with auditors, banks, vendors, and other stakeholders.


• Oversee treasury operations, including cash management, forecasting, and liquidity analysis.


• Supervise tax compliance and filings while ensuring adherence to corporate governance and statutory requirements.


• Support leadership in annual budget preparation, financial forecasting, and medium-term financial planning.


• Partner with cross-functional teams such as Operations, Supply Chain, and Commercial to analyze costs, margins, and business performance.


• Provide financial insights and recommendations to drive profitability and efficiency across departments.


• Monitor capital expenditures, manage indirect spend, and ensure financial accountability on major projects.


• Evaluate supplier and customer credit terms, optimize working capital, and improve cash flow management.


• Administer insurance coverage and coordinate risk management activities.


• Collaborate with management on business risk assessments and reporting for executive and board-level reviews.


• Oversee legal and compliance-related financial matters when necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.


• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.


• Strong understanding of financial reporting standards, taxation, and corporate compliance.


• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, or similar platforms.


• Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) for performance analysis.


• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-departmental collaboration and communicate financial information effectively.


• Proven leadership in managing accounting staff and developing efficient financial processes.

BENEFITS

• Opportunity to lead a core financial function with high organizational visibility.


• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with cross-departmental exposure.


• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.


• Professional growth through exposure to strategic decision-making and financial leadership.


• Flexible work arrangements and occasional travel opportunities.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance

Industries

Manufacturing