Controller

Trilon Group

Controller leading accounting and financial operations for Artheon, an engineering and consulting firm with expertise in infrastructure and environmental projects.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeEast Brunswick • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $160,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading accounting operations, including financial reporting, audit management, and internal controls, while effectively partnering with leadership to drive strategic financial initiatives and process improvements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

General Ledger AccountingFinancial ReportingAudit ManagementDeltek VantagepointCPA

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Hard Skills

Accounting OperationsFinancial AnalysisBudgetingForecastingCash Flow ManagementInternal ControlsAccounting ProceduresFinancial Statements PreparationRegulatory ComplianceProcess Improvements

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Tools & Technologies

Deltek Vantagepoint

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Financial Reporting StandardsAudit CoordinationAccounting PoliciesStrategic PlanningHigh-Performing Accounting Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, financial reporting, and audit coordination.
Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Oversee the preparation and review of financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures.
Partner closely with the CFO and operational leadership to provide financial analysis and business insights.
Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic planning initiatives.
Coordinate and manage external audits and ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.
Drive process improvements and system optimization to support rapid business growth.
Maintain the integrity of financial data within Deltek Vantagepoint (VP) and related financial systems.
Build and develop a high-performing accounting organization capable of supporting future growth.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
Strong experience in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and audit management.
Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint strongly preferred.
Industry-specific experience is preferred but not required.
Demonstrated ability to build scalable accounting processes within a growing organization.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
CPA preferred.
Prior Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership experience preferred.
Experience leading accounting teams and developing staff.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Pay Transparency:
The base salary (or hourly rate) range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.
Artheon offers a competitive compensation package including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off/parental leave.