Assistant Controller

Responsibilities

• Aid in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations, including cash, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Manage and reconcile quarterly physical inventory counts.
• Perform daily and monthly bank and cash reconciliations.
• Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and collections to ensure accurate and timely processing.
• Partner with departments across the organization to analyze financial data and provide meaningful business insights.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and other financial reporting initiatives.
• Absorb and assist with audit preparation and serve as a liaison with external auditors.
• Help strengthen internal controls and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and efficiencies.
• Absorb and assist with financial analysis related to capital expenditures, pricing decisions, and other strategic initiatives.
• Stay current on accounting standards and ensure ongoing compliance with applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Inventory accounting experience is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.