Assistant Controller

Sole Solutions

NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$130,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Budgeting, Business Support, Communication Skills, Consumer Packaged Goods, Corporate Policies, Cost Accounting, Cost Analysis, Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), Distribution Services, External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Inventory Costing, Inventory Costs, Inventory Management, Inventory Reports, Inventory Transactions, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Cost, Microsoft Excel, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Reconciliation, SAP, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Standard Costing, Supply Chain Operations, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
NJ
POSTED
3 days ago

Assistant Controller Essex County, NJ

We are seeking a hands-on Assistant Controller to support the Controller in overseeing the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, inventory accounting, and cost accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have strong experience within a Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) or manufacturing environment, with expertise in GAAP, inventory accounting, cost of goods sold (COGS), and SAP. This individual will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, strengthening internal controls, and supporting strategic business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in managing the day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
  • Oversee inventory accounting, reconciliations, and valuation while ensuring accurate inventory reporting.
  • Analyze and monitor Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), manufacturing variances, and inventory reserves.
  • Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve inventory controls, costing accuracy, and financial performance.
  • Prepare account reconciliations and ensure the integrity of balance sheet accounts.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives.
  • Assist with internal and external audits and coordinate the preparation of audit schedules.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy within the accounting function.
  • Support special projects and provide financial analysis for senior leadership.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience in a CPG, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, inventory accounting, and cost accounting.
  • Experience analyzing COGS, manufacturing costs, inventory transactions, and standard costing.
  • Advanced experience using SAP ERP.
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across finance, operations, and executive leadership.


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Sole Solutions