Controller

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Annual Salary
$180K - $

Job Description

Location: New Jersey


Schedule: Full-Time, In-Office


Salary: $180,000+


We are a growing consumer products company seeking a strong, business-minded Financial Controller to partner directly with the CEO and help drive financial performance across the organization.


This is a newly created leadership role for someone who can own forecasting, budgeting, cash flow, profitability analysis, payroll oversight, and financial strategy while helping leadership make smarter business decisions.


Responsibilities

  1. Financial forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow management
  2. Track profitability across brands, departments, products, and locations
  3. Monitor line of credit usage and overall financial health
  4. Analyze spending and identify cost-saving opportunities
  5. Review pricing, margins, inventory, and seasonal product performance
  6. Oversee payroll and financial reporting
  7. Provide financial insights and recommendations to leadership
  8. Hold departments accountable to budgets and financial goals



Qualifications

  1. 5+ years of Controller, Finance Manager, or similar experience
  2. Strong background in forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis
  3. Experience with inventory, distribution, or consumer products preferred
  4. Ability to think strategically and influence business decisions
  5. Strong Excel and financial reporting skills

Experience Required

5-6 years