8-10 years of accounting experience in manufacturing required; 3-5 years of management preferred.
Advanced Excel skills and ERP systems experience required.
Strong communication skills with all levels of personnel.
Responsibilities
Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close activities.
Maintain accounting records and manage fixed assets using Sage.
Oversee daily, monthly, and annual inventory processes.
Analyze manufacturing and production costs, troubleshooting ERP inventory issues.
Maintain internal controls and monitor sales tax compliance.
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and treasury functions.
Supervise and mentor accounting and inventory personnel.
Benefits
Union Medical, Dental & Vision (Non-Union Position)
401(k) and Roth Retirement Plan Options with Company Match
Competitive Paid Time Off
Full Job Description
TITLE OF POSITION: Assistant Controller (Full-Time) REPORTS TO: Controller
The Assistant Controller supports the Controller in managing the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, and inventory management. This role focuses heavily on cost accounting, inventory accuracy, and manufacturing financial processes.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Financial Reporting & General Ledger
Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close activities, including general ledger account reconciliations, cost of goods sold (COGS) breakouts, overhead allocations, and generating spending, sales, and margin reports.
Maintain accounting records, perform complex journal entries, manage fixed assets via Sage, and oversee the employee expense reporting process (Concur) and corporate credit card program.
Cost Accounting & Inventory Management
Oversee daily, monthly, and annual inventory processes, including cycle counts, physical inventories, plant/vending inventory, and serial number controls.
Analyze manufacturing, purchasing, and production costs, troubleshooting ERP inventory issues (parts, formulas, production batch closing, variances) to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Compliance, Internal Controls & Risk Management
Maintain and enforce internal controls and financial policies, monitor sales tax compliance, and manage the annual accounting and financial audits.
Oversee corporate insurance renewals, claims processing, contract filing systems, and fleet licensing/titling compliance for company transport.
Budgeting, Treasury & Strategic Support
Assist the Controller with budgeting, forecasting, board meeting preparations, treasury functions, and monitoring loan agreement compliance.
Partner with internal departments to provide financial/inventory updates and support special projects and process improvement initiatives.
Leadership & Team Support
Supervise, mentor, and support accounting, purchasing, accounts payable, or inventory personnel as assigned.
Act as the primary operational backup for the Controller and cross-train to support other finance team functions as needed.
GENERAL SKILLS:
Exceptional analytical and organizational skills, with close attention to detail.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively.
A strong management background and must work well in a team environment
Ability to manage confidential information
QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor's degree in accounting is required.
MBA, CMA, or CPA credential is preferred.
8-10 years of accounting experience in manufacturing required; 3-5 years of management preferred
Excel computer spreadsheet mastery (advanced formula usage) and ERP computer systems experience is required.
Must exhibit the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel in the organization and demonstrate clear written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in computer applications including but not limited to Office 365 applications and be proficient at the operation of a 10 key calculator.
This is an onsite role requiring the candidate to report to the office daily.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must have sufficient mobility to access all areas of the plant site in support of project work. This will involve climbing/descending ladders and stairways. Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle to visit equipment and service vendors or customer locations. Required to wear personal protective equipment in the plant environment. This position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
BENEFITS:
Union Medical, Dental & Vision (Non-Union Position)
401(k) and Roth Retirement Plan Options with Company Match
