Accounting Controller

$200M Privately Held Construction Supplies Company – Finance Controller

To be considered for this position, you MUST have experience in the following industries.

• Construction Supplies
• Building Construction
• Plumbing or HVAC or Electrical Supplies
• Distribution
• Wholesale
• Supply Chain

Our client is a dynamic and thriving $200 million privately held company. You will work directly with the CFO and COO, implementing company-wide processes and procedures.

This position fits you if you have 5+ years of experience as a Controller. In this position, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact and drive financial excellence within an innovative organization.

Title: Accounting/Finance Controller

Position Type: Full-time Permanent

Location: Staten Island, NY

Reports to: CFO with a dotted line to the COO

Compensation: Strong base salary plus bonus (Salary depends on experience)

Benefits: Benefits: Strong PTO days + Medical. Dental, Vision and 401k

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Finance Controller to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in finance management, with a particular emphasis on distribution, wholesale, or supply chain industries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Manage accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and other financial regulations and standards.
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls and procedures.
• Conduct financial analysis to guide business decisions and strategies.
• Collaborate with senior management to drive financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Manage inventory accounting and ensure accurate costing.
• Oversee inventory management and control processes.

Qualifications:

• Must have 5+ years in a Controller position
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred but not required.
• Proven experience as a Finance Controller in distribution, wholesale, or supply chain industries.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, inventory management, and cost accounting.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.

Background

• Experience using an ERP system to create reports (will help implement a new ERP system in the future).
• Experience/ability to set up an ERP and roll out its capabilities.
• Strong operations experience and ability to help create processes and structure.
• Experience in distribution, wholesale, or supply chain industries (Something with inventory and distribution)