Assistant Controller

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Job Title:
Assistant Controller

Department:
Accounting

Location:
Burlington, NJ

Compensation: $115K-$140K (truly depending on experience)

Summary:

LHH is looking to hire an Assistant Controller for one of our clients in Burlington, NJ. The Assistant Controller will support the Controller in overseeing the financial and risk management operations of the organization. This role involves preparing consolidated financial statements for American manufacturing plants, covering areas such as costing, budgeting, taxes, accounts payable/receivable, credit and collections, asset control, and systems management.

The Assistant Controller will ensure the maintenance of accounting controls and provide accurate financial information to management and stakeholders to aid in decision-making.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all environmental, health, safety, and quality standards.
• Safeguard confidential information and protect operational integrity.
• Prepare, analyze, and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Evaluate statistical and accounting data to assess profitability, budget performance, and other financial metrics.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of internal controls.
• Oversee the preparation of the annual budget and periodic financial forecasts, analyzing and reporting cost or expense variances.
• Propose cost control measures for all departments based on financial data and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Aid in the implementation, modification, or development of accounting systems and software.
• Ensure compliance with tax and incentive regulations through effective communication with governing officials.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of reports, including those for the parent company.
• Classify and analyze labor, material, and overhead manufacturing costs.
• Develop actual manufacturing cost data, compile and cost inventory values, and maintain appropriate tracking systems and files.
• Manage the accounts payable function to ensure timely processing and payment of vendor invoices.
• Oversee the accounts receivable function and maintain effective collections procedures to minimize past due receivables.
• Ensure effective customer credit review procedures to establish reasonable credit limits for all customers.
• Assist with monthly and yearly closing processes, including balance sheet account reconciliations, journal entries, and proper revenue recognition.
• Ensure adequate internal controls are in place and all financial transactions are recorded in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Participate in audits of financial records with external auditors and take appropriate action to ensure timely and accurate completion of audits.
• Review, revise, or develop accounting policies and procedures as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration, with a preference for a Master’s degree.
• Over 5 years of progressively responsible experience in all aspects of accounting, including department and staff management.
• CPA certification is strongly preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of GAAP and management accounting.
• Strong ability to present financial information to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in accounting software (preferably SAP) and Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in project management.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated people and project management skills with the ability to meet established goals and timelines.
• Ability to travel as needed.

For immediate consideration, please send an updated copy of your resume to