Assistant Controller 3B

Key Responsibilities

• Aid in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely, accurate, and audit-ready financial reporting
• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and supporting workpapers
• Support preparation of internal and external financial reporting packages
• Assist with the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q and 10-K
• Maintain compliance with GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and Company accounting policies
• Support manufacturing accounting processes including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation
• Analyze production variances and operational financial trends to support improved plant performance and cost control
• Assist in Bill of Materials (BOM) reconciliation and cost accuracy initiatives
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, and Procurement to support financial and operational alignment
• Oversee and support inventory accounting activities across multiple manufacturing locations
• Monitor cycle count programs, inventory reconciliations, valuation accuracy, and inventory controls
• Support visibility into operational KPIs and financial performance drivers at the line and plant level
• Assist with identifying process improvement opportunities related to inventory accuracy, reporting, and operational efficiency
• Cover and support external audit activities and audit readiness initiatives
• Assist with strengthening financial controls, documentation, and compliance processes
• Partner with Finance leadership to improve reporting accuracy, scalability, and operational visibility
• Maintain organized, accurate, and compliant financial records and supporting documentation
• Support, mentor, and collaborate with accounting team members and cross-functional business partners
• Translate financial and operational data into actionable insights for non-financial leaders
• Foster a culture of accountability, operational discipline, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, discretion, and strong business partnership capabilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• CPA designation Required
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience
• Prior public accounting experience strongly preferred, specifically auditing SEC manufacturing clients
• Experience supporting manufacturing or food production environments preferred
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, GAAP, internal controls, and manufacturing accounting
• Experience working with ERP systems; NetSuite experience preferred
• Knowledge of SEC reporting processes; Workiva experience preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis tools