Growth-Oriented Controller (Hybrid) - Partner to CEO

DRUM Associates; Red Bank (NJ); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DRUM Associates in Red Bank, NJ is seeking a Junior Controller to own day-to-day financial operations and act as the bridge to our outside CPA firm. You’ll handle bookkeeping, payroll, invoicing, and cash management while partnering with the CEO on projections and strategic financial decisions.

This hybrid role offers ownership beyond a traditional accounting position, with exposure to growth and leadership as the company scales.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or finance.
• Experience running payroll in ADP.
• Experience with Bill.com or similar AP/invoicing platforms.
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through on collections and reporting.
• Able to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date books.
• Prepare and send financial data to our CPA firm for P&L preparation and tax compliance.
• Answer day-to-day questions about where the business stands financially.
• Process payroll in ADP on a recurring basis.
• Ensure accurate and timely employee pay, deductions, and tax withholdings.
• Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate with CPA firm and Operations Lead on payroll-related compliance and reporting.
• Create and send client invoices.
• Follow up on outstanding invoices and manage collections.
• Process and track outgoing payments and transfers.
• Monitor cash flow and flag issues proactively.
• Build and maintain financial models, including commission tracking.
• Develop financial projections and forecasts.
• Support hiring decisions with financial data.
• Partner with the CEO on financial planning and strategic decisions.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with our CPA firm.
• Ensure timely, accurate handoff of financial data for tax and compliance needs.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Clear communication

Tools

ADP

Bill.com

QuickBooks

Job description

DRUM Associates in Red Bank, NJ is seeking a Junior Controller to own day-to-day financial operations and act as the bridge to our outside CPA firm. You’ll handle bookkeeping, payroll, invoicing, and cash management while partnering with the CEO on projections and strategic financial decisions.

This hybrid role offers ownership beyond a traditional accounting position, with exposure to growth and leadership as the company scales.