Assistant Controller

Location: La Vergne, TN | Hybrid

This is more than an accounting leadership role, it's an opportunity to shape the future of a growing organization. As Assistant Controller, you will step into a highly visible position where your leadership, expertise, and ideas directly influence business performance. You will partner with senior leadership, elevate financial operations, and drive the transformation of the accounting function through process innovation, strategic insight, and team development.

What You Will Do: Lead. Partner. Deliver.

Key Responsibilities:
• Own and lead the monthly close, consolidation, and financial reporting processes across the organization
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of financial statements in accordance with US GAAP and debt reporting requirements
• Review account reconciliations, perform analytical reviews, and validate financial results
• Partner with senior leadership to deliver clear, actionable financial insights that support business decisions
• Support executive and Board reporting through development of financial materials and analysis
• Lead technical accounting research and application across complex areas including revenue recognition and lease accounting
• Coordinate with external partners including audit and tax advisors to ensure compliance and successful execution of reporting requirements
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, strengthen internal controls, and scale the accounting function
• Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members, fostering a high-performing and accountable team environment
• Support special projects across financial accounting and international operations

What You Will Bring: Expertise. Leadership. Precision.

Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Active CPA required; MBA a plus
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in public accounting or complex industry environments
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and distribution environments, including cost and inventory accounting
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and technical accounting topics including revenue recognition, tax, debt, and lease accounting
• Proven experience leading financial close processes and driving improvements in efficiency and accuracy
• Experience leading and developing teams, with a focus on performance and growth
• Strong understanding of internal controls, compliance, and audit processes
• Advanced Excel skills with experience in data analysis and modeling
• Experience with ERP and financial systems such as SAP, Workday Adaptive, Workiva, Power BI, and Alteryx preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with the ability to influence and partner cross-functionally

• Competitive Pay + Annual Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, telehealth, and more from Day 1
• Retirement Plans & Employer Contributions
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays
• Career Development & Learning Opportunities
• Team Member Appreciation Events
• A Culture That Values Integrity, Teamwork & Innovation

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