Assistant Controller #37859
Accounting Finance Lawrenceville, NJ
Direct Hire Apr 18, 2025
Accounting Finance
Job Title: Assistant Controller
Job Overview:
We are seeking a collaborative and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our client’s Finance Department and help drive excellence in financial operations. This on-site, direct-hire position based in Lawrenceville, NJ is ideal for candidates with a strong background in financial accounting, compliance, and team leadership. The role plays a key part in managing accounting operations, optimizing financial systems, and supporting strategic financial planning for a mission-driven organization.
Compensation:
Work Schedule:
Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Controller:
Qualifications and Skills for the Assistant Controller:
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to lead critical financial operations in a highly respected organization with a meaningful mission. You'll work in a values-driven environment where collaboration, professional growth, and continuous improvement are encouraged. If you’re looking to make a lasting impact while advancing your career, this role offers the chance to do just that.
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.
Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a collaborative and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our client’s Finance Department and help drive excellence in financial operations. This on-site, direct-hire position based in Lawrenceville, NJ is ideal for candidates with a strong background in financial accounting, compliance, and team leadership. The role plays a key part in managing accounting operations, optimizing financial systems, and supporting strategic financial planning for a mission-driven organization.
Compensation:
- Salary up to $150,000/year, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package available
Work Schedule:
- Monday through Friday
- Standard business hours (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
- Occasional evening or weekend hours may be required during peak periods
Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Controller:
- Manage day-to-day financial operations and ensure timely month-end and year-end closings
- Oversee accounting functions including general ledger, payroll entries, endowment accounting, tax compliance, and capital project tracking
- Supervise a team responsible for general and endowment accounting, and manage an outsourced provider handling accounts payable, procurement, and tuition billing
- Lead the preparation of audited financial statements and serve as the primary contact for external auditors
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, IRS regulations, and debt policy requirements
- Evaluate and enhance financial systems and processes, promoting automation and efficiency
- Maintain accurate records for fixed assets, depreciation, and capital expenditures
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support budget management and reporting
- Drive ongoing staff development, documentation of processes, and cross-training initiatives
Qualifications and Skills for the Assistant Controller:
- CPA certification preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a nonprofit, academic, or mission-driven organization
- At least 3 years of supervisory experience in a finance or accounting setting
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, payroll, accounts payable, and fund accounting
- Proficiency with financial systems (experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge NXT or similar platforms preferred)
- Advanced Excel and Google Workspace skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage projects, and work cross-functionally
- High integrity, service orientation, and strong communication skills
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to lead critical financial operations in a highly respected organization with a meaningful mission. You'll work in a values-driven environment where collaboration, professional growth, and continuous improvement are encouraged. If you’re looking to make a lasting impact while advancing your career, this role offers the chance to do just that.
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.
Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.
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