Description
Our client is a growing manufacturing organization looking to add an Assistant Controller to its finance and accounting leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who has built a strong foundation through progressive experience in public accounting and industry and is ready to take the next step toward a broader leadership role.
The ideal Assistant Controller candidate will bring a combination of technical accounting expertise, hands-on accounting experience, and the ability to understand how financial results connect to the day-to-day operations of a manufacturing business.
What You'll Do as Assistant Controller
Partner with the Controller and accounting leadership team on the overall financial operations of the organization
Oversee and support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Prepare and review financial statements and management reporting
Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Provide accounting guidance and analysis to operational leaders
Support the accounting team with reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and account analysis
Analyze financial results and identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
Assist with inventory accounting, cost accounting, and other manufacturing-related accounting activities
Help strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting procedures
Support external auditors and tax professionals
Assist with special projects, process improvements, and other initiatives as the organization continues to grow
Serve as a key member of the accounting leadership team with increasing responsibility and visibility
For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Progressive accounting experience, ideally including a combination of public accounting and industry experience
Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred
CPA or public accounting experience is a plus
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
Experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation
Ability to analyze financial information and communicate findings to both accounting and non-accounting professionals
Strong attention to detail with the ability to understand the bigger picture
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