Assistant Controller – manufacturing​/distribution industry

Assistant Controller – manufacturing/distribution industry

Our client, an industry-leading distributor, is seeking a hands-on Assistant Controller. This role is 100% onsite with some travel and national scope, and is responsible for approximately $1.3 billion in billing across multiple locations. The ideal candidate has solid accounting skills, is comfortable improving processes, and has experience within a distribution, manufacturing, or multi-location company.

Assistant Controller - Up to $165k all in compensation

Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly and year-end close processes alongside staff accountants
• Review and prepare journal entries and detailed account reconciliations
• Analyze complex financial data to generate insights and operational reports
• Support internal and external audits with documentation and controls review
• Investigate billing variances and perform ad hoc financial analysis
• Identify and implement process improvements across accounting functions
• Act as a key liaison between field operations and finance to ensure accuracy and transparency

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (Accounting preferred)
• 3+ years of accounting experience in a complex or multi-entity environment
• Advanced Excel skills (VBA experience highly preferred)
• Strong understanding of financial statements, reconciliations, and internal controls
• Willingness to travel ~10% to U.S. warehouse locations (e.g., Chicago, Houston, Connecticut, Virginia)

• Director

• Full-time

• Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Administrative

• Manufacturing