Assistant Controller

About the role

The Assistant Controller will serve as a key member of the accounting team and will be primarily responsible for all aspects of the month-end close process, including technical accounting, internal and external reporting, financial audit coordination and execution, and other tasks as assigned by the Controller/CFO based on the business needs of the Company.

Responsibilities

• Supports the mission, values and vision of the company.
• Identifying and solving complex accounting problems through the application of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Critical thinking and, in turn, confident decision-making with the ability to implement internal policies and processes.
• Develop and implement / reassess existing accounting policies and procedures to ensure accurate financial accounting and reporting.
• Provide and manage robust review process of all general journal entries, account reconciliations, and ensure audit-ready documentation on a monthly basis.
• Manage month-end close process including but not limited to review of journal entries, bank and account reconciliations, team coordination and status tracking, and internal financial reporting oversight, review and analysis.
• Examine and analyze accounting and financial records, documents, and systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards, procedures, and internal controls.
• Supervise and review of quarterly bank compliance reporting in compliance with lender requirements and deadlines, including preparation and/or review of related supporting schedules including EBITDA addback tracking.
• Coordinate and timely execution of our annual financial audit.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and training to accounting department staff.
• Research accounting issues and technical accounting matters for compliance with GAAP. Partner with third party accounting experts, as applicable, on significant technical accounting matters including (e.g.) acquisitions, divestitures and new accounting pronouncements.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal control principles.
• Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
• Understanding of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and manufacturing finance concepts preferred.
• Ability to analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Exposure to mid-size ERP system(s) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience supporting audits and working with external auditors and other technical third parties.
• Able to maintain accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Able and willing to lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Able to handle confidential and sensitive financial information with professionalism and integrity.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to partner cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and leadership teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement process efficiencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field from an accredited university.
• 5+ years of experience in related fields preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 preferred.
• Public Accounting experience in audit strongly preferred.