ABOUT THE POSITION Supports and works closely with Controller in strategic financial planning, annual budgeting, working capital improvements, monthly financial forecasts, variance analysis and explanations, product margin analysis, inventory accounting, physical inventories, and annual tax packages. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems in compliance with any applicable employment law guidelines and upon consultation with the President, Controller and/or the Director of Human Resources, if necessary.