Senior Controller, Hands-on Financial Leader

TalentConnect; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentConnect in Hauppauge, NY is seeking a full-time Controller to lead the day-to-day accounting function, ensure accuracy of financial records, and provide timely insights to management. This senior hands-on role oversees general ledger, month-end close, tax and payroll compliance, reconciliations, and supervision of accounting staff.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting and at least 5 years progressive accounting experience, with hands-on experience in Peachtree/Sage and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with sales tax returns, payroll, and related recurring accounting compliance activities.
• Familiarity with Highway Use Tax reporting or ability to take ownership of this filing responsibility.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of discretion when handling confidential financial and payroll information.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the general accounting function, ensuring financial activity is recorded accurately, completely, and on a timely basis.
• Prepare, review, and post journal entries and supporting documentation; investigate unusual or incomplete transactions as needed.
• Prepare periodic financial statements and related schedules for management, including balance sheet, income statement, account analysis, and supporting detail.
• Review bank reconciliations for completeness and accuracy and ensure reconciling items are researched and resolved promptly.
• Prepare and file sales tax returns in accordance with applicable filing schedules and maintain supporting records.
• Prepare and file Highway Use Tax returns and maintain the records necessary to support filings.
• Coordinate and/or process payroll activities, including review of payroll information, deductions, and related accounting entries.
• Maintain general ledger integrity through account reconciliations, balance reviews, and timely correction of discrepancies.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing activities, establish close deadlines, review account activity, and ensure financial reporting is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain complete and organized accounting records and documentation to support management reporting, external accountants, tax filings, audits or reviews, and other business requirements.
• Supervise and provide day-to-day direction to office staff involved in accounting and administrative activities, including work prioritization, quality review, and accountability for assigned responsibilities.
• Improve accounting workflows, documentation, internal controls, reconciliations, close procedures, and financial reporting processes.
• Establish and maintain appropriate accounting policies, procedures, approval practices, and segregation of duties consistent with the size and needs of the organization.
• Coordinate with external accountants, tax professionals, payroll providers, and other financial service partners as required.
• Monitor cash activity, account balances, and recurring financial obligations to support effective financial management.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Organization

Deadline management

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Peachtree / Sage

NetSuite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

TalentConnect in Hauppauge, NY is seeking a full-time Controller to lead the day-to-day accounting function, ensure accuracy of financial records, and provide timely insights to management. This senior hands-on role oversees general ledger, month-end close, tax and payroll compliance, reconciliations, and supervision of accounting staff.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting and at least 5 years progressive accounting experience, with hands-on experience in Peachtree/Sage and