#10835 Job Description
Assistant Controller

Position Summary
The Assistant Controller will support the day-to-day accounting operations across multiple international entities while preparing to assume the Controller role. This role will initially function as a hands-on leader responsible for general ledger accounting, financial reporting, treasury support, account reconciliations, month-end close, and audit support. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting skills, manufacturing accounting experience, and the leadership potential to grow into a Controller position.

Key Responsibilities

Support and manage general accounting functions across U.S., Mexico, and UK entities.
Lead monthly close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and financial statement preparation.
Prepare and analyze monthly financial reporting packages for management review.
Analyze and reconcile general ledger accounts and maintain supporting documentation.
Assist with treasury operations, including cash forecasting, banking activities, and cash management.
Support annual external audits and prepare audit schedules and workpapers.
Assist with sales tax, VAT, and other tax compliance reporting requirements.
Support inventory accounting using standard cost methodology and monitor inventory reconciliations and physical inventory results.
Analyze sales, COGS, margins, inventory activity, and SG&A expenses.
Communicate with plant managers and operational leaders to review financial performance.
Review employee expense reports and support AP/AR functions as needed.
Establish, document, and monitor internal controls and accounting procedures.
Serve as a key user of NetSuite ERP and assist with process improvement initiatives.
Provide financial analysis and support to executive leadership.
Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
Experience with multi-entity accounting and financial consolidations.
Manufacturing accounting experience with knowledge of standard cost inventory accounting preferred.
Experience with treasury management, financial reporting, and audit coordination.
Understanding of sales tax, VAT, and general tax compliance requirements.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Experience with ERP systems; NetSuite strongly preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels of the organization.
Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education and Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
Active CPA required.
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably including Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or equivalent responsibilities in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in manufacturing environments required.
Experience in private equity is strongly preferred.
Experience with multi-entity organizations, consolidations, and international operations required.
Experience with inventory accounting and standard costing required.
Prior supervisory or leadership experience required.