Corporate Assistant Controller

The Assistant Controller supports the Corporate Controller in overseeing the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, and month-end close processes. This role helps ensure accurate financial statements, maintains accounting policies and procedures, and drives process improvements across the accounting function. The Assistant Controller also partners cross-functionally with FP&A, operations, tax, treasury, and external auditors to support the organization's financial objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close

• Manage key components of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process to drive accuracy, timeliness, and continuous improvement within the financial close process
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of internal and external financial reports
• Support preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances

Accounting Operations

• Oversee general ledger activity and maintain integrity of accounting records
• Support oversight of accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and other accounting functions
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and procedures
• Assist with cash management, accruals, and balance sheet reviews
• Perform cost and profitability analysis to support business decision-making.
• Support sales and use tax, property tax, and other compliance reporting as needed

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting processes
• Lead portions of the external audit and other compliance activities, including preparation of supporting schedules and documentation.
• Assist with implementation and documentation of accounting policies
• Ensure compliance with lender reporting requirements and financial covenants
• Support risk management and regulatory compliance initiatives

Leadership & Process Improvement

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff
• Drive the adoption and development of AI-driven tools and process automations to enhance efficiency, reporting accuracy, and decision-making capabilities within the finance function.
• Partner with IT and business leaders on ERP and system enhancements
• Support special projects, acquisitions, integrations, and strategic initiatives
• Oversee cost accounting processes, ensuring accurate cost of goods sold and margin reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required (CPA preferred)
• 5-10+ years of progressive accounting experience or financial management experience including proven ability to lead teams.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Proficiency with accounting systems, Microsoft Excel, business intelligence tools, and financial reporting software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with AI-enabled financial tools, process automation, or the ability to identify, implement, and develop AI solutions to improve financial operations.
• Preferred manufacturing or construction experience including proficiency with cost accounting frameworks and concepts.

Sample Competencies

• Leadership and accountability
• Attention to detail
• Process improvement mindset
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to drive deadlines and ownership
• Strong business and operational acumen