Mediabistro logo
job logo

Assistant Controller

CFS, New York City, NY, United States

Salary max: $67.00

Duration: Full Time


Assistant Controller


Location: Great Neck, NY
Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Compensation: $140,000–$165,000


Overview
A growing, international organization in the manufacturing and supply chain space is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support consolidated financial reporting and oversee close and accounting operations across multiple entities.


This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, experience in complex environments, and the ability to partner closely with leadership in a collaborative, fast-paced setting.


Key Responsibilities




  • Prepare consolidated financial statements for internal and external stakeholders, including income statements, balance sheets, shareholder reports, tax returns, and regulatory filings




  • Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness




  • Support internal management with reliable financial reporting and insights




  • Oversee and mentor internal accounting staff and coordinate with auditors




  • Manage accounting for international, multi-entity, and multi-currency operations




  • Support transactional accounting activities and internal controls




  • Assist with cash management, company borrowing needs, and investment funds




Required Qualifications




  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Analytics, or related field




  • CPA




  • 7+ years of progressive accounting experience (5+ years with a Master’s degree) in manufacturing, wholesale, retail, or supply chain environments




  • Experience with international, multi-entity, and multi-currency operations




  • Strong background in transactional accounting and financial close




Technical & Leadership Skills




  • Advanced experience with ERP and data tools such as Oracle, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI




  • Proven ability to analyze, present, and communicate financial insights to leadership




  • Experience managing and mentoring accountants and working with auditors




  • Comfortable working in small, collaborative, and accessible team environments




Why This Role
This is a strong opportunity to step into a senior accounting leadership role with broad exposure, complex operations, and meaningful impact within a growing organization.

#INFEB2026
#LI-SM1