Assistant Controller

The Assistant Controller is responsible for supporting the Senior Factory Controller in all accounting, financial reporting, cost accounting, compliance, and audit related activities. This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy of financial information, maintaining strong internal controls, supporting manufacturing operations through cost analysis, and leading finance related projects. The Assistant Controller will also serve as the site's SAP subject matter expert, providing guidance and training to finance and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Support and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Lead manufacturing cost accounting activities, including standard costing, inventory valuation, cost rollups, and variance analysis.
• Monitor and analyze production, labor, material, and overhead variances, providing recommendations to improve operational and financial performance.
• Maintain and review inventory accounting processes, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and serve as the primary contact for internal and external audits, including managing requests from public accounting firms.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and other departments to support financial planning and business decisions.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning activities.
• Lead and participate in cross-functional projects focused on process improvements, system enhancements, and operational efficiencies.
• Act as the site's SAP Finance and Costing expert, providing training, troubleshooting, and support to end users.
• Develop and implement process improvements to strengthen controls and increase efficiency.
• Assist the Controller with special projects, financial analysis, and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Strong experience in manufacturing cost accounting and inventory accounting.
• Experience working directly with external auditors and public accounting firms.
• Proven experience leading or participating in cross-functional projects.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Prior experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.

Technical Knowledge:

• Manufacturing cost accounting and standard costing methodologies.
• Inventory accounting and inventory control processes.
• Financial reporting and general accounting principles (GAAP).
• Internal controls and audit compliance requirements.
• SAP Finance and Controlling (FI/CO) modules.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Ability to effectively train and mentor users on systems and financial processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to occasionally travel as required.
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.

Benefits:

• 401k
• Company paid holidays
• Vacation and Sick leave
• Educational assistance
• Weekly payroll
• Stock savings plan
• Health fair
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Occupational clinic

Applicant Information:

This job description describes the essential functions of the position at the time the job description was created, but is not an exhaustive list of tasks, duties and responsibilities. In addition, the position may evolve or change over time, and such changes will not be reflected in the job description until it is updated again.

We all Belong:

ITG Brands are equal employment opportunities providers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, hair texture, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

All applicants must consent to an independent investigation of their background, references, previous employment, education, criminal history, and drug testing.