
Junior Controller
Newton, NJJob$110–140K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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This Junior Controller role focuses on ownership of monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, financial reporting, internal controls, and support for a growing accounting organization. It is described as an opportunity for an accounting professional seeking a future finance leadership track and long-term progression toward Controller-level responsibilities. The ideal candidate comes from a public accounting background.
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Job Description
This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to transition into a future finance leadership track. The role will focus on ownership of the monthly close process, financial reporting, internal controls, and supporting a growing accounting organization. The ideal candidate comes from a public accounting background and is looking for a long-term path toward Controller-level responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Own month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- Prepare and review financial statements and reconciliations.
- Support technical accounting and GAAP compliance.
- Assist with internal controls, audits, and process improvements.
- Partner with leadership on financial reporting and operational initiatives.
- Support development of accounting systems and scalable processes.
Compensation The annual salary for this role will be between $110,000 - $140,000 while in the junior role, and will increase once promoted to Controller.
Skills and Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
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CPA
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4-7 years of accounting experience.
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Public accounting audit experience.
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Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and monthly close processes.
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Big Four accounting experience.
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Senior Associate or recently promoted Audit Manager background.
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NetSuite experience.
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Experience supporting external audits. -Construction-in-progress or fixed asset accounting experience.
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Telecommunications, infrastructure, utilities, or capital-intensive industry experience.
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Power BI, SQL, or automation experience.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].
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