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Controller

Big4Advisor, Paterson, New Jersey, us, 07544

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$150,000.00/yr - $175,000.00/yr About our client

Our private equity backed client is a growing lower middle market distribution company based in the New York City metropolitan area, and they seek a Controller to join their leadership team. Their corporate office is in New Jersey just west of Manhattan (within 20 miles). They are growing at a rapid pace and have several locations. About the role

They seek a leader who will own the Accounting and Finance functions of the company and help manage the organization’s growth. In addition, they seek someone with Lower Middle Market/ Middle Market company experience to act as the “hands on” financial fiduciary for the organization and work closely with the PE sponsor and C-Suite. The position reports directly to the CEO. The client wants someone with a strong business acumen to lead the process of supporting the company’s operations with meaningful data analytics. We work closely with the PE sponsor, and they have a great reputation and track record for success. The PE sponsor is very excited about the company and its future. Responsibilities

Manage, direct, and develop the various Finance and Accounting team members. Oversee all general accounting, financial accounting, and financial reporting activities. Responsible for all PE, Management, and Board Reporting. Oversee the Treasury and Cash Management function, including management of liquidity and cash forecasting. Oversee the annual Budget as well as all monthly Financial Analysis and Planning activities. Act as a liaison for the outsourced Tax function (planning and compliance). Responsible for all accounting systems, processes, and controls. Oversee the annual audit. Work closely with the Executive and Operations leaders to support their efforts to organically grow the organization in an efficient and effective manner. Work to develop a business analysis and operations support function beyond traditional financial analytics. Qualifications

Must have accounting and finance technical proficiency. Must have a strong business acumen. Must have excellent communication skills and a superior ability to lead and grow teams and develop relationships. Must have a fiduciary mindset. Must have strong project management skills. Prefer a CPA. Prefer Big 4 Assurance followed by industry accounting and finance leadership experience. Experience with inventory accounting is important. Cost accounting is not required but would be a plus. Must have experience managing subordinates and seven to ten (or more) years of experience. Must have a strong process/procedures/internal controls aptitude. Must be "hands-on" in the details. Seniority level

Director Employment type

Full-time Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance We’re removing unrelated boilerplate and refining the description to focus on responsibilities and qualifications. No other job postings or extraneous content are included.

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