Assistant Controller

We are seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Assistant Controller with strong manufacturing industry experience to support the company’s accounting and financial operations. This role will assist in overseeing month-end close, financial reporting, cost accounting, inventory controls, budgeting, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, standard costing, variance analysis, and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Support the month-end and year-end close process
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger and sub-ledgers
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, labor, overhead, and production variances
• Assist with cost accounting functions, including standard costing and inventory valuation
• Monitor inventory controls and help ensure accurate physical inventory counts and reconciliations
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Help ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements
• Assist with internal and external audits
• Partner with operations and plant leadership to improve financial performance and reporting accuracy
• Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls
• Support cash flow management and other ad hoc financial analysis as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and financial reporting
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and variance analysis
• Understanding of GAAP and internal controls
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting a Controller in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with ERP systems used in manufacturing operations
• Familiarity with standard costing, BOMs, and production reporting