Assistant Controller

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support the Corporate Controller in overseeing the company's accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with GAAP, supporting audit activities, and driving process improvements across the finance organization.

This position will also serve as a key liaison with Joint Venture (JV) partners, supporting financial reporting, intercompany accounting, and compliance obligations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve financial operations.

• Assist in managing the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the preparation and consolidation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Monitor compliance with banking requirements, financial covenants, and J-SOX controls.
• Support treasury activities, including cash flow forecasting and banking relationships.
• Participate in internal and external audits by preparing schedules and responding to auditor requests.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Support special projects, process improvements, and system enhancements.

• Partner with the Corporate Controller in managing financial reporting and communication with JV parent companies.
• Assist with intercompany reconciliations and JV accounting activities, including capital contributions and distributions.
• Support compliance with JV agreements, audit requests, and financial reporting requirements.
• Build strong working relationships with finance teams across JV organizations.

• Provide guidance, training, and daily oversight to members of the accounting team.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment focused on accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, and other business units to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational support.

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting, and internal controls.
• Assist with ERP enhancements, system implementations, testing, and automation initiatives.
• Recommend efficiencies that improve accuracy, productivity, and scalability.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Master's degree preferred).
• 6-10 years of progressive accounting experience within a corporate environment.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit processes.
• Experience working with ERP systems (IFS and Profit preferred).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.

• Experience with ERP implementations or system upgrades.
• Knowledge of Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or other data visualization tools.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.
• Treasury and cash management experience.
• Experience supporting Joint Venture accounting and reporting.