Assistant Controller

About This Role

This role will lead and manage the finance function, driving financial performance, strengthening internal controls, and supporting operational decision-making for a publicly traded manufacturing organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance function, overseeing a team of 3 financial analysts
• Partner with plant and business leaders to achieve revenue, EBIT, and operational commitments
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements, including QOR and FQR schedules
• Maintain and enhance cost accounting systems and financial reporting structures
• Own balance sheet accountability, including provisions, reconciliations, and controls
• Drive cost savings initiatives and continuous process improvement opportunities
• Lead SOX 404 compliance efforts and coordinate internal and external audits
• Prepare and review annual budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure requests
• Support ERP implementations or upgrades as needed
• Manage monthly consolidation and reporting for division and corporate leadership
• Prepare financial and operational review materials for monthly and quarterly business reviews
• Provide clear financial insights and reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Strong expertise in cost accounting, inventory, and multi-site financial operations
• Solid knowledge of GAAP, technical accounting, budgeting, planning, and internal controls
• Experience supporting or leading SOX compliance initiatives
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution
• Willingness to work full-time onsite and travel as needed
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (MBA preferred)
• 5–10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment

Nice to Have

• CPA certification
• Experience with SAP or Syteline ERP systems
• Background in manufacturing, industrial, or inventory-heavy environments
• Exposure to SEC regulations and filings
• Prior leadership experience in a multi-site organization

Skills

* Required skills

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