Assistant Controller

Company Overview:

Growing and established food manufacturing company

Family friendly oriented work environment

Work hard play hard mentality

Opportunity for advancement

Generous compensation

Company covers 50% of the cost for employees healthcare

6% 401k match

3 weeks of paid time off

8 paid holidays

Great location in town and nice office space

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our clients finance team at a leading food manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, financial reporting, and cost accounting within a manufacturing environment. This role will play a critical part in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting operational decision-making, and driving continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Controller:

• Support the Controller in managing the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee and analyze cost accounting, including standard costs, variances, and inventory valuation.
• Collaborate with operations to understand cost drivers and enhance profitability analysis.
• Assist with the preparation of internal financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and external regulatory requirements.
• Participate in audits (internal and external) by preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and performance feedback.
• Lead or support projects related to ERP upgrades, process automation, and systems implementation.
• Assist in cash flow management, capital expenditure tracking, and ad hoc financial analysis.
• Maintain accurate records and support tax filings and compliance activities.

Qualifications of the Assistant Controller:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of accounting experience
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, cost accounting, and inventory accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.