Mai Placement
Controller
Kearny, NJ
150k
Job Description We are hiring a Controller to join our team in Kearny, NJ. This role will lead financial operations, oversee the accounting team, and play a key role in migrating our ERP system from Microsoft Great Plains to Microsoft Business Central. This position is ideal for a hands‑on finance leader with strong people skills and experience in product‑based businesses.
About the Role The Controller will balance tactical accounting leadership with strategic financial insight. You will partner closely with leadership, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, and guide systems and process improvements. This role is well‑suited for someone who leads through influence, values team engagement, and can drive change without a heavy‑handed, top‑down approach.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bookkeeping
Manage and support an established accounting team
Partner with leadership on financial strategy and analysis
Own ERP system administration and lead ERP migration initiatives
Ensure accurate financial reporting and internal controls
Work closely with external accountants as needed
Improve processes while maintaining team engagement and trust
Required Qualifications
Proven experience as a Controller or senior finance leader
Strong background in ERP systems, including Microsoft Great Plains and/or Business Central
Experience with ERP implementations or migrations
High-level financial analysis and reporting expertise
Demonstrated people management and leadership skills
Experience in product‑based or cost accounting environments
required
Preferred Qualifications
ERP migration leadership experience
Strong change‑management and communication skills
Email resume to:
sarah@maiplacement.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr
150k
Job Description We are hiring a Controller to join our team in Kearny, NJ. This role will lead financial operations, oversee the accounting team, and play a key role in migrating our ERP system from Microsoft Great Plains to Microsoft Business Central. This position is ideal for a hands‑on finance leader with strong people skills and experience in product‑based businesses.
About the Role The Controller will balance tactical accounting leadership with strategic financial insight. You will partner closely with leadership, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, and guide systems and process improvements. This role is well‑suited for someone who leads through influence, values team engagement, and can drive change without a heavy‑handed, top‑down approach.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and bookkeeping
Manage and support an established accounting team
Partner with leadership on financial strategy and analysis
Own ERP system administration and lead ERP migration initiatives
Ensure accurate financial reporting and internal controls
Work closely with external accountants as needed
Improve processes while maintaining team engagement and trust
Required Qualifications
Proven experience as a Controller or senior finance leader
Strong background in ERP systems, including Microsoft Great Plains and/or Business Central
Experience with ERP implementations or migrations
High-level financial analysis and reporting expertise
Demonstrated people management and leadership skills
Experience in product‑based or cost accounting environments
required
Preferred Qualifications
ERP migration leadership experience
Strong change‑management and communication skills
Email resume to:
sarah@maiplacement.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr