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Financial Controller- Manufacturing
Location: Newark, NJ- Daily
Compensation: $120,000-$135,000 plus bonus

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
  • Own the full accounting function with true end-to-end accountability and visibility.
  • Be the financial backbone for leadership, providing insights that directly inform strategy and growth.
  • Lead and develop an accounting team, strengthening your people leadership and succession-building experience.
  • Operate in a manufacturing environment where strong controls and operational finance really matter.
  • Work with modern finance tools (SAP B1, DataRails, advanced Excel) to improve speed, accuracy, and scalability.
  • Play a central role in cash management and working capital decisions that impact the business daily.
  • Drive process improvements and best practices, leaving a lasting operational footprint.

Key Responsibilities for the Financial Controller:


  • Lead month-, quarter-, and year-end close and ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting.
  • Oversee AP, AR, general ledger, payroll coordination, and cash positioning.
  • Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and audit readiness.
  • Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
  • Manage, mentor, and evaluate the accounting team.

Qualifications for the Financial Controller:


  • 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience in manufacturing.
  • 5+ years in a people management or leadership role.
  • Deep expertise in GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
  • SAP Business One (SAP B1) experience preferred.
  • Advanced Excel skills; DataRails experience a strong plus.

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