Assistant Controller

This role offers a strong blend of accounting, finance, and operational analytics while working closely with cost managers and project managers across the organization. We are partnering with a growing industrial manufacturing company seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join their leadership team.

ASSISTANT CONTROLLER
Zelienople, PA (Hybrid)
$120,000- $135,000

We are partnering with a growing industrial manufacturing company seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join their leadership team. This role offers a strong blend of accounting, finance, and operational analytics while working closely with cost managers and project managers across the organization.

OVERVIEW OF THE ASSISTANT CONTROLLER ROLE:

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• Oversee and mentor a team of General Ledger Accountants
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• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
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• Partner with operations, cost accounting, and project management teams to analyze financial performance and project profitability
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• Manage and review accounting related to:
  
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  • Direct and indirect tax
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  • Capital expenditures (CAPEX)
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  • Fixed assets and depreciation
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  • Investments and financial analysis
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• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis initiatives
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• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls
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• Assist with process improvements and ERP optimization initiatives within SAP
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• Prepare financial reporting and provide analytics to leadership
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ASSISTANT CONTROLLER:

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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
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• CPA preferred
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• Experience within industrial manufacturing environments strongly preferred
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• Blend of public accounting and private industry experience highly desired
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• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff
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• SAP experience preferred
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• Strong Excel and analytical skills
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