Job Title: Accounting Manager / Controller

Department: Accounting

Reports to: CFO

Hours Available: M-F 8:30 am-5:30 pm EST (1 hour lunch break)

FLSA Class: Exempt

EEO1 Classification: First/Mid-Level Officials and Managers

Physical Address: 200 Sea Ln, Farmingdale, NY 11735

Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000 + Bonus (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)

Job Summary:

The Controller is responsible for leading the organization's accounting operations, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and alignment with business objectives. This role oversees financial close processes, internal controls, and reporting accuracy while providing strategic financial insights to support decision-making, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.

Essential Functions (included but not limited to):

• Manage the accounting function:
  • Accounting operations
  • Financial audit
  • Income taxes
  • ERP enhancements
  • Process improvements
  • Policies and procedures
• Supervisory responsibilities
  • Oversee an accounting staff of 5-8
  • Enforce and manage all HR policies and procedures associated with management of a team
  • Manage training and development
• Manage accounting operations:
  • Accounts payable - vendor maintenance, vouching, coding, paying invoices
  • Accounts receivable - customer maintenance, invoicing, collections, cash applications
  • Commissions - calculation and payment
  • Monthly close - complete, accurate, timely preparation of monthly financial package
  • Compliance - Sales/GST/VAT tax compliance
• Manage month end closing process including: all adjusting journal entries, financial statement preparation, financial deck, account reconciliations, analytical review and reporting
• Lead company in efficient and timely completion of annual audit
• Assist with the preparation of income tax returns, quarterly estimates and nexus reviews
• Protect assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls
• Compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; filing financial reports; advising management on needed actions.
• Provide status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data.
• Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing financial and operational policies and procedures
• Review and sign off on all company purchase orders, payables and expenses
• Serve as the go-to person for questions/issues regarding GL's, financial statements and operational reports
• Signer on all bank accounts
• Cost accounting and assisting on proper product pricing levels to ensure optimum ROI
• Support the CFO with other financial projects as needed; budgeting, reporting, analysis, risk management, ERP processes, polices, internal controls.

Please note that this job description is not intended to provide an exhaustive listing of tasks, activities, or responsibilities required of the employee in this role. Tasks, responsibilities, and duties may change without notice.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Advanced proficiency in accounting systems and financial software
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• Effective communication and presentation skills

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and have IDs needed to verify
• English literate and proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension)
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required

Preferred Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA certification strongly preferred
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities
• Experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Experience with ERP systems and process optimization initiatives

Physical Demands:

ACTIVITY

FREQUENCY ACTIVITY

FREQUENCY

N

Never

O

Occas

F

Freq

C

Const

N

Never

O

Occas

F

Freq

C

Const

Lift/Carry:

10 Lbs. Or less

x

Climb

x

11-15 Lbs.

x

Crawl

x

16-20 Lbs.

x

Reach

Above Shoulder

x

21-40 Lbs.

x

Reach Outward

x

41-50 Lbs.

x

Handling/Fingering

x

50- 100 Lbs.

x

Stand

x

Over 100 Lbs.

x

Push/Pull:

Walk

x

12 Lbs. Or less

x

Sit

x

13-20 Lbs.

x

26-40 Lbs.

x

Drive:

41-100 Lbs.

x

Automatic

x

Standard

x

Bend

x

Squat/Kneel

x

Twist/Turn

x

Type/Keyboard

x

Appropriate work intensity level: Sedentary Light Medium HeavyVery Heavy

Key:

N-Never

O-Occasional; 1-33% of time

F-Frequent; 34-66% of time

C-Constant; 67-100% of time