Assistant Controller

Job Responsibilities

Support the management, administration, and control of financial activities for the business unit.

Help lead accounting operations, maintain strong internal controls, and provide financial insight that supports operational and strategic decision-making.

Support financial management activities for the business unit, including accounting operations, reporting, controls, and compliance.

• Prepare and review daily, monthly, quarterly, annual, and other periodic financial statements and reports.
• Ensure internal and external financial reporting is accurate, timely, and in compliance with applicable requirements.
• Support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of accounting processes, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain effective financial information and control systems, including general ledger, budgeting, cost allocation, and related subsystems.
• Partner with business unit and senior leadership to support financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis.
• Review and interpret financial and budgetary reports, including forecasts, trends, variances, and operating results.
• Conduct cost, ratio, trend, and comparative analyses to support business decisions and improve performance.
• Help ensure accounting records and reports comply with GAAP, government regulations, and company policy.
• Aid in the accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions related to a manufacturing and government contracting environment.
• Assist with external reporting requirements, filings, and audit support, ensuring submissions are complete and timely.
• Support leaders and cross-functional partners on accounting practices, reporting requirements, and internal controls.
• Help direct, prioritize, and evaluate departmental work to support efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience with 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, general ledger management, and financial analysis.
• Understanding of government regulations and reporting requirements.
• Ability to analyze financial results and communicate insights clearly to leadership.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience supporting audits, compliance reviews, and external reporting requirements.