Assistant Controller, Manufacturing Accounting

Description

We're looking for an experienced accounting professional who wants more than a traditional accounting role.

As our Assistant Controller, you'll help build the accounting foundation of a growing firearms manufacturing business. You'll partner closely with operations leaders, drive cost accounting and inventory accuracy, improve reporting, strengthen controls, and help create scalable processes that support long-term growth.

This is a hands‑on role for someone who enjoys solving problems, improving systems, and turning financial data into actionable business insights.

• Lead month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close activities
• Manage general ledger, reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting
• Own manufacturing cost accounting, inventory valuation, and variance analysis
• Partner with Operations to understand cost drivers and improve performance
• Analyze inventory activity, cycle counts, and inventory controls
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and working capital planning
• Help establish accounting processes, controls, and reporting for a growing organization
• Collaborate with leadership on financial analysis and business decisions
• Support audit, tax, banking, and compliance requirements
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting, systems, and operational efficiency
• Assist with future ERP implementation and process improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong manufacturing, cost accounting, and inventory accounting experience
• Experience with financial reporting, month‑end close, and general ledger management
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
• Advanced Excel skills
• Quick Books experience required
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred
• Experience in acquisitions, startups, business transitions, or high‑growth environments is a plus

• Enjoy building processes and creating structure
• Can translate financial information into practical business recommendations
• Thrive in a fast‑paced environment where priorities evolve
• Are equally comfortable digging into details and thinking strategically
• Build strong partnerships across Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Leadership

This is an opportunity to help shape the future of a growing manufacturing organization. You'll have visibility across the business, meaningful ownership of your work, and the ability to make a direct impact on operational and financial performance.

If you're looking for a role where you can build, improve, and influence, we'd love to meet you.