Assistant Plant Controller - Tarboro, NC

Job Category
:
Controller

Requisition Number
: ASSIS
001841

• Posted :
  September 9, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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ASC Tarboro
3301 N Main St
Tarboro, NC 27886, USA

• Pay or shift range: $90,000 USD to $100,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Air Distribution Technologies is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support the financial operations of our Tarboro manufacturing facility. This role serves as a key business partner to plant leadership and is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, cost accounting integrity, inventory management, and operational financial analysis. The Assistant Controller will work closely with the Plant Controller while gaining broad exposure to manufacturing finance and operational leadership, serving as a potential successor for future Plant Controller opportunities.

• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
• Analyze financial results and investigate variances to budget, forecast, and prior year performance.
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies.

• Maintain and monitor standard costing systems.
• Analyze labor, material, overhead, and manufacturing variances.
• Support annual standard cost updates and cost roll activities.
• Evaluate product costing and profitability trends.
• Partner with operations to identify opportunities for cost reduction and productivity improvements.

• Oversee inventory accounting processes and accuracy.
• Support and validate physical inventories and cycle count programs.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory reserves and valuation processes.
• Ensure compliance with inventory control procedures and manufacturing accounting standards.

• Assist in the development of annual operating budgets.
• Support monthly forecasting activities and financial planning processes.
• Develop financial models and perform operational analyses to support decision-making.
• Monitor key cost drivers and provide recommendations to improve financial performance.

• Maintain and strengthen internal accounting controls.
• Support internal and external audit activities.
• Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance requirements where applicable.
• Drive process improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control effectiveness.

• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Human Resources, and Procurement teams.
• Provide financial guidance and support for capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Deliver financial insights that support plant operational objectives and strategic initiatives.

• Provide guidance and oversight to accounting staff.
• Assist in coaching, mentoring, and developing team members.
• Serve as a backup to the Plant Controller as needed.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and financial reporting.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• CPA or CMA certification.
• Experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Financial and Business Acumen
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Leadership and Team Development
• Communication Skills
• Problem Solving
• Integrity and Accountability
• Collaboration and Cross-Functional Partnership

• Timely and accurate month-end close.
• Financial reporting accuracy.
• Inventory accuracy and control effectiveness.
• Standard cost accuracy.
• Forecast and budget accuracy.
• Audit and compliance…