Assistant Controller; S1169

About The Wellness Pet Company

The Wellness Pet Company crafts and produces premium natural pet food, treats, and dental chews. We believe that natural, premium nutrition focused on proven health outcomes is the foundation of creating a mutual wellbeing for pets and their families. As a community of people, Wellies are positively obsessed about how to win for pets and their parents. We believe in the difference we make every single day, and we know that when we work collaboratively, Wellies are unstoppable -- not only in providing the best nutrition to pets, but in building a better tomorrow for pets, their parents, and the world.

Salary Range: $78,000 - $95,000

Position Type: On-Site Position

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• AD & D
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401k

We care about the wellbeing of our people, their families, and their pets. We treat every Wellie to a best-in-class benefits package, a warm and welcoming environment, and a place where you can learn and grow professionally. The Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We foster an inclusive work environment and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

The Assistant Plant Controller is responsible for all areas relating to financial reporting, processes used in creating/adjusting/modifying accounting records, contract management, and cash management. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures, and records to ensure accurate and timely financial statements preparation and audit. This role requires meeting tight deadlines and handling a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation, support of budget and forecast activities, and other duties as assigned.

The Assistant Plant Controller will interact with senior-level executives and external vendors/customers, requiring strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal.

• Oversee plant accounting transactions including general ledger records for compliance and accuracy with company, banking/financing sources, and governmental entities; manage monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting documents, contracts management and related requirements, and support budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Monitor and prepare financial statements of the plant profit and loss statements, including revenue and expenses; coordinate collection, consolidation, and evaluation of financial data to ensure statements are correct and GAAP-compliant.
• Maintain understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure including the chart of accounts, ensuring compliance and ease of use; modify as necessary.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close.
• Ensure timely reporting of all monthly financial information; reports should be available for review by the second Thursday of each month. Document processes to ensure accuracy, ease of use, and integrity. Modify as necessary.
• Support quarterly compliance activities in a timely and accurate manner.
• Support budget and forecasting activities.
• Collaborate with other department managers to support overall department goals, reporting, and objectives.
• Monitor and analyze department work to develop more efficient procedures and resource use while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Maintain the general ledger and sub-systems necessary to ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met; modify/change systems as necessary to ensure information is correct and accurate.
• Maintain financial controls and security through internal controls.
• Support and participate in financial audits, including documentation preparation, data validation, and auditor coordination as needed.
• Update monthly reporting package for financial review to ensure meetings flow and provide necessary information on the company’s financial…