Controller

NOW HIRING | CONTROLLER | MELVILLE, NYThis is a newly created Controller role with a well-established, growing distribution company that has been in business for over 50 years and supports major national restaurant clients across 1,000+ locations. This is a ground-floor opportunity reporting directly to the CEO where you will have real visibility, influence, and the ability to build structure and drive change.The environment is fast-paced, high-volume, and highly operational, with a flat, entrepreneurial culture where ideas are heard and implemented quickly. Leadership is forward-thinking and looking for someone hands-on, systems-savvy, and confident enough to challenge the status quo. Strong long-term growth potential.📊 Responsibilities:♦ Lead close process and financial reporting♦ Analyze margins, inventory, and profitability♦ Oversee inventory accounting, cost control, and KPIs♦ Partner with operations, purchasing, and leadership♦ Manage cash flow, AR/AP, and compliance♦ Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis♦ Supervise and develop accounting/finance staff✅ Requirements:♦ 5–10+ years of accounting experience♦ Distribution / inventory-heavy environment required♦ Strong inventory and cost accounting background♦ Advanced Excel, ERP (SAP or similar), and systems skills♦ Power BI / dashboarding experience preferred♦ Hands-on, operational, and detail-oriented💰 $150K – $170K | 📍 Melville, NY (onsite)📩 Send resume in Word formatFeel free to share!