Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Paramus, NJ

Role: Assistant Controller

Reports to: Controller

Team: Finance

Overview:

Supports financial operations by overseeing close cycles, audits, reconciliations, payables/receivables, asset tracking, and cost analysis. Helps maintain controls, improve processes, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key Duties:

Close & Reporting

Lead periodic close activities and maintain ledger accuracy

Review balance sheet activity and resolve variances

Reconcile cash accounts and monitor liquidity

Evaluate receivables and assess credit risk exposure

Audit & Compliance

Coordinate external audit activities and documentation

Develop and uphold internal controls and procedures

Monitor tax-related requirements and vendor compliance

Payables & Receivables

Oversee invoice processing and payment accuracy

Ensure timely collections and adherence to terms

Supervise disbursements (checks, wires)

Define and manage customer credit guidelines

Assets & Projects

Track capital spend and project costs

Manage asset records and depreciation

Costing & Inventory

Analyze production costs and efficiency metrics

Support inventory controls, counts, and reconciliations

Partner with operations on product trials and issue tracking

Operations Support

Implement approval workflows for purchasing and payments

Maintain contract tracking and renewals

Oversee bookkeeping and daily finance activities

Guide team performance and adherence to policies

Qualifications:

Degree in accounting/finance or similar field

Professional certification preferred

Several years of relevant experience, including leadership

Strong grasp of accounting standards and compliance

Skilled in financial systems and analysis tools

Effective communicator with strong organizational ability

Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities