Assistant Controller

Are you driven by innovation and helping customers solve complex business challenges with technology solutions? If so, consider joining the MultiTech team! MultiTech is a global company with a 50+ year legacy of designing and manufacturing connectivity solutions for a broad range of industries. We are gearing up for the next phase of our journey and are seeking top talent to bolster our team. Our people are our greatest asset and we’re focused on making MultiTech the employer of choice in the industry.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Controller is the day-to-day operating leader for MultiTech’s accounting organization across the United States and Canada. Reporting to the Vice President, Corporate Controller, this role will lead the transition from separate country-based accounting teams to one integrated, horizontal shared-services organization with clear process ownership, consistent controls, scalable capacity and strong entity-level accountability. The Assistant Controller is responsible for accounting, tax coordination and compliance execution while using Epicor, connected systems, automation, AI and other tools to improve accuracy, efficiency, visibility and readiness for organic and inorganic growth.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the day-to-day accounting function across the United States and Canada, including general ledger, record-to-report, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cost accounting, inventory accounting and financial reporting.
• Own and support accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual close, including journal entries, account reconciliations, consolidation support, and resolution of accounting issues to ensure compliance with US GAAP
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and supporting subledgers, with consistent account ownership, review standards, documentation and aging follow-up across both entities.
• Prepare and review financial statements, balance-sheet reconciliations, cash-flow information and operating analyses for the leadership team .
• Support technical accounting research, position documentation and implementation support under U.S. GAAP and applicable local requirements. Escalate material judgments and unresolved technical matters to the Vice President, Corporate Controller.
• Support project accounting and product-development capitalization, including partnership with Engineering to evaluate qualifying costs, maintain support and monitor projects through completion. .
• Develop team capability through coaching, cross-training, documented procedures and succession planning. Create dependable coverage for critical accounting and compliance activities.
• Establish repeatable integration practices that allow acquired entities, new business models and future growth to enter the accounting operating model without recreating local silos.
• Leverage Systems, Automation and AI to increase efficiencies and improve processes
• Coordinate federal, state, provincial and local tax compliance activities with internal stakeholders and external advisers, including information requests, reconciliations, provision support and filing deliverables.
• Lead coordination with external auditors and tax advisers, including workpaper planning, request management, issue resolution and timely completion of audit and compliance deliverables.
• AdHoc Projects

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide leadership through training and example of MultiTech rules and policies.
• Adhere to quality system standards, ESD requirements and safety rules pertaining to the job.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or equivalent.
• 5-10 years’ experience in Finance/Accounting; previous experience at a manufacturing company preferred.
• CPA preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP and procedures.
• Experience with preparing financial statements, general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process.
• Experience with Technical Accounting, Global Accounting and ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of inventory systems and reconciliations.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills required.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective leadership skills with the ability to train and develop employees.
• Ability to work with managers at all levels of the organization, cross functionally and with staff at remote locations.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-identification and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy.
• High personal standards with respect to responsibility, honesty and integrity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy and practice of MultiTech to provide all employees with a working environment free from all forms of discrimination and harassment. It is the policy of MultiTech to recruit, hire, promote, and take other personnel actions without regard to any protected class, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status, and to provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and employment candidates.

• If you are interested in applying for employment with MultiTech and need special assistance or an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]

Benefits Summary

As a MultiTech employee, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive health, dental and vision insurance plans, company-paid Employee Life, AD&D, and Short-term Disability, as well as a 401(k) with employer matching. To support work life balance, you’ll be eligible for 10 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). Additionally, we’ll provide you with access to Voluntary Life for you and your eligible dependents, Long-term Disability, flex spending, and health savings accounts.