Controller, Accounting, Cost Accountant

$120000 - $160000 per year | Oak Ridge, TN | On-site | Permanent

Our client is a third-generation, family-owned manufacturer of industrial equipment for the composites and adhesives industries, with more than 80 years in business. The company designs and builds the systems manufacturers use to meter, mix, dispense and apply hard-to-move materials. Its products include spray and application systems, resin injection, filament winding, adhesive and sealant equipment, and automation. Customers include marine, aerospace, wind energy, infrastructure, oil and gas, transportation, and building products manufacturers around the world.

Engineering, fabrication, machining and assembly are all done in-house in East Tennessee, which keeps quality and lead times in the company’s own hands.

Competitive medical (partially Company-paid), dental, vision, life and disability plan; 401k retirement plan with a 3% match;
Paid Time Off (starting at 13 days per year); 9 Company-paid holidays; 2 Floating holidays.

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across all divisions, ensuring GL accuracy and timely delivery of financial statements.
• Assist in preparing and managing management of annual budgets and monthly forecasts
• Maintain and enforce the chart of accounts, account reconciliation cadence, and journal entry approval controls within Epicor.
• Monitor, analyze and control production costs, inventory valuation, and production variances weekly to perform necessary adjustments and improve profitability prior to month-end
• Collaborate with operations to optimize resource allocation, reduce costs, and improve processes
• Reconcile balance sheet positions monthly, prepare, review and post journal entries daily as required
• Establish, maintain and enforce robust internal controls to ensure financial integrity
• Process operational Cap Ex requests, track spending and capitalization of assets as required
• Finance lead for annual physical inventory and monthly cycle counts; work with the operational resources responsible for these processes to ensure timely and accurate counts
• Performs annual cost roll and inventory revaluation. Works with purchasing and operations management to enhance accuracy of cost components
• Liaison for annual review and tax preparation for US and Canada
• Maintain the corporate compliance calendar (registered agent, business licenses, franchise filings) and ensure no lapses in entity good standing.
• Manage, train, and develop accounting staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA or CMA preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and manufacturing accounting principles
• 5+ years experience in manufacturing and operational accounting
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP systems

• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
• Other physical activity may include standing, climbing, stooping, bending, reaching, and frequent use of hands and fingers

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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