Assistant Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting activities for multiple operating locations.
• Lead the monthly close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and variance analysis.
• Partner with operations leadership to analyze business performance and identify opportunities to improve financial results.
• Review daily operational and financial metrics, investigating significant variances and trends.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting workflows to ensure timely processing and accurate financial records.
• Monitor capital expenditures and maintain fixed asset accounting.
• Support inventory accounting activities where applicable.
• Assist with annual audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and supporting analyses.
• Supervise and mentor a small accounting team while fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and financial reporting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Approximately 5-7 + years of progressive accounting experience.
• Previous Big 4, or public accounting preferred | CPA Preferred
• Prior experience in manufacturing, logistics, distribution, transportation, industrial services, or another operational environment is preferred.
• Experience leading month-end close and financial reporting.
• Exposure to inventory and fixed asset accounting is beneficial.
• Previous supervisory experience or a demonstrated desire to move into a leadership role.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across accounting and operations.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.