Assistant Controller

Robert Half • Elmwood Park, NJ • 3h ago

Description

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support the accounting and financial reporting function for a banking organization in Northern New Jersey. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a accounting consultant who can help maintain accurate records, strengthen reporting processes, and deliver meaningful analysis to leadership. The role partners closely with the Controller and cross-functional teams to oversee core accounting activities, ensure compliance, and improve the efficiency of financial operations.

Responsibilities:

Oversee daily accounting activities across the general ledger, accounts payable, billing, fixed assets, and investment-related transactions to support accurate financial records.

Coordinate monthly and annual close activities, ensuring deadlines are met and account balances are properly reviewed and reconciled.

Prepare financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

Support regulatory and audit-related reporting requirements by maintaining organized documentation and responding to requests from internal and external stakeholders.

Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis by evaluating financial results and highlighting key trends for leadership review.

Develop financial models and analytical insights that help guide business decisions and support strategic planning efforts.

Supervise and guide accounting workflows while serving as a point of escalation for complex accounting questions and reporting issues.

Partner with department leaders to improve financial processes, strengthen internal controls, and enhance the effectiveness of accounting systems.

Lead initiatives focused on business process improvement and continuous operational efficiency within the finance function.

Requirements - 5+ years of accounting or finance experience, including significant exposure to financial reporting and close processes.

Strong knowledge of month-end close procedures, general ledger management, and account reconciliation practices.

Experience preparing financial statements and supporting financial statement audits in a regulated environment.

Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements and accounting compliance within consumer banking, commercial banking, or a similar financial services setting.

Proven ability to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis with clear and actionable insights.

Background in identifying process gaps and implementing business process improvement or continuous improvement initiatives.

Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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