Assistant Controller

Description

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join a manufacturing organization in the Wallingford area. This position will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen financial controls, and provide reliable reporting that supports sound business decisions. The role also offers the opportunity to guide an accounting team, collaborate across departments, and help improve financial processes as the company continues to grow.

Responsibilities:

- Direct the day-to-day work of the accounting team, providing coaching, feedback, and clear performance expectations.

- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure complete, timely, and accurate financial results.

- Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to maintain the integrity of the general ledger.

- Prepare and assess financial reports for internal leadership and external stakeholders, ensuring consistency and accuracy.

- Manage accounting areas such as inventory, fixed assets, payables, receivables, treasury activity, and applicable tax reporting.

- Partner with operations, supply chain, sales, and executive leadership to deliver financial insight that supports business planning and performance improvement.

- Strengthen internal control procedures and monitor compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory obligations.

- Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, audit coordination, and special projects, while identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and reporting processes.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

- Background in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to cost accounting and inventory-related processes.

- At least 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including responsibility for leading or supervising staff.

- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger management, month-end close, and internal controls.

- Ability to manage multiple deadlines, analyze complex financial information, and communicate findings effectively.

- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to build partnerships across departments and support continuous improvement.

Please email resumes directly to Chelsea Halon - chelsea.halon@roberthalf com

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