Assistant Controller

Description

Assistant Site Controller - East Hartford, CT

Growing Manufacturing Organization

Contact:
Brittany Rizzo / Brittany.

Rizzo@roberthalf com

Reference

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller is the sole on-site accounting professional for the manufacturing facility and is responsible for the full day-to-day accounting function. This is a highly hands-on role requiring ownership of transactional accounting, month-end close, cost accounting, inventory, and financial reporting. The Assistant Controller partners closely with plant leadership while coordinating with corporate finance.

This role is ideal for a self-directed accountant who thrives in an independent, operational environment and is comfortable balancing detailed work with higher-level financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting & Close

+ Own the complete accounting function for the manufacturing site

+ Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations

+ Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities

+ Maintain the general ledger in accordance with GAAP

+ Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules

Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance

+ Maintain standard costs and analyze variances (labor, material, overhead)

+ Partner with operations to understand production drivers and margins

+ Analyze manufacturing performance and identify cost improvement opportunities

+ Support budgeting and forecasting for the plant

Inventory & Fixed Assets

+ Manage inventory accounting, including cycle counts and physical inventories

+ Reconcile inventory balances and investigate variances

+ Track capital expenditures and maintain fixed asset records

+ Calculate and record depreciation

Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight

+ Process or oversee AP transactions, vendor payments, and reconciliations

+ Support AR activities, billing, and cash application as needed

+ Ensure timely and accurate cash flow reporting

Compliance, Audit & Controls

+ Ensure compliance with internal controls and corporate policies

+ Support internal and external audits

+ Assist with tax filings and provide required documentation

+ Identify and implement process improvements

Business Partnering

+ Act as the primary finance contact for plant management

+ Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting

+ Communicate clearly with corporate finance and operations teams

Requirements

- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting or finance roles within manufacturing.

- Proficiency in month-end close processes and general ledger management.

- Strong knowledge of financial statement audits and compliance standards.

- Strong GAAP accounting and expertise in financial reporting and analysis.

- Solid background in cost accounting practices.

- Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.

- Strong communication and leadership abilities.

- Advanced ERP System skills.

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