Assistant Controller

We are seeking a motivated, hands-on Assistant Controller to join a growing manufacturing organization. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional looking to expand beyond traditional accounting responsibilities and develop toward broader financial leadership.

Reporting directly to the Controller, the Assistant Controller will progressively assume responsibility for day-to-day accounting operations, financial reporting, and process improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is curious, driven, analytical, and eager to understand the business. We are looking for someone who can identify opportunities for improvement, implement new processes, leverage technology and AI tools, automate repetitive tasks, and contribute to building a more efficient and forward-thinking Finance department.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and progressively take ownership of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements, journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and management reports.
• Analyze actual financial results against budgets, forecasts, and prior-year performance, explaining key business drivers and variances.
• Manage and improve standard costing, inventory accounting, bills of materials (BOMs), routings, and manufacturing variance analysis.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Purchasing, Sales, and other departments to improve financial and operational performance.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, key performance indicators (KPIs), and financial modeling.
• Assist with annual audits, internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory compliance.
• Help guide, support, and develop members of the Accounting team.
• Identify inefficient processes and implement practical improvements.
• Leverage ERP systems, Power BI, automation, and AI-enabled tools to enhance reporting, analysis, and Finance productivity.
• Partner with the Controller on strategic projects and progressively assume greater responsibility within the Finance organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, month-end close procedures, and financial reporting.
• Manufacturing and cost-accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with standard costing, inventory accounting, BOMs, and manufacturing variance analysis preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting software.
• Experience with Power BI, automation, or AI-enabled tools is a plus.
• CPA, CMA, MBA, or progress toward a professional designation is a plus but not required.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement