Controller, Accounting, Financial Controller

Controller - Pharmaceuticals

$150000 - $200000 per year | Edison, NJ | On‑site | Permanent

Our client is a growing pharmaceutical distribution company headquartered in Edison, New Jersey.

• Growing company
• Top benefits
• Great culture

• Lead the day‑to‑day accounting operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and Chargebacks.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial reporting, month‑end close, and financial statements.
• Develop, coach, and lead a high‑performing accounting team while fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Establish scalable accounting processes, internal controls, and documentation to support organizational growth.
• Prepare the organization for successful audits and ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning.
• Analyze financial data and provide actionable insights that support strategic business decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through process improvements, automation, and technology.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure financial operations effectively support the business.
• Build a finance function that is audit‑ready, process‑driven, and positioned to scale with the organization’s continued growth.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting Leader.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Experience leading and developing high‑performing accounting teams.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• CPA designation.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, distribution, manufacturing, or other inventory‑intensive environments.
• Knowledge of inventory accounting and cost accounting.
• Experience with SAP, Power BI, and process automation initiatives.
• Familiarity with EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) is a plus.

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