Assistant Controller
Forest Electric • Edison, New Jersey • Full Time
Posted on Thu, Apr 30, 2026
About Us
We are one of New Jersey’s leading single-source electrical construction and telecommunications services suppliers. We have expertise in data center infrastructure, healthcare, substation, financial infrastructure, network design, structured cabling, and electrical system design-build, installation, and maintenance.
Job Summary
Forest NJ seeks an Assistant Controller to be primarily responsible for administering and preparing key reports for the monthly close process and financial reporting. The candidate should have knowledge of construction accounting, handling key control functions and working to improve internal and external reporting. In addition, expectation to grasp an overall knowledge of both the business and economic environment to provide analytical support to management and the organization.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Include the following, but other duties may be assigned.
- Support Controller and CFO in the finance and accounting activities of the Company, including timely issuance of monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Assist in managing components of the monthly close process, including review of journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting schedules
- Own account reconciliation of key accounts, document findings and escalate exceptions
- Documentation of key processes, in particular working with internal controls and being able to clearly evidence work product
- Assist with Internal Audit and external requirements and documentation requests
- Direct banking activity, including preparation and release of approved payment files
- Monitor, communicate and resolve open accounting issues and all accounting-related operations issues
- Complete special projects assigned by the Controller and/or CFO
- Identify opportunities to improve reporting and visibility in workpapers and in system reporting
- Travel between our New Jersey and NYC offices is required
- Regular and predictable on-site attendence is an essential function of the job
Qualifications
- BA/BS in Accounting or Finance
- CPA or CPA Eligible preferred
- Minimum of 5 years experience in Construction accounting preferred, or work experience demonstrating accounting and analytical capabilities.
- Experience with Job costing and WIP reporting
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, in particular a high level of familiarity with Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, XLOOKUPs, Index/Match, Pivot tables, Financial Models)
- ERP Experience, in particular Vista Viewpoint preferred
- Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail
- Ability to work with a team, in particular with Accounting team and Project Operations
- Must demonstrate commitment to Company values, and comply with all company operating policies, procedures and programs as established
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Physical Demands
- The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer
- Ability to regularly and consistently use a keyboard and mouse
Benefits
We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.
Equal Opportunity Employer
As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledAffirmative Action Policy
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Geographic Disclosure
Compensation Range: $100,000 - $130,000
Other Compensation: Position is bonus eligible.