Assistant Controller

Baldwin Richardson Foods • Macedon, NY

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About The Position

The Assistant Controller is responsible for applying generally accepted accounting principles and procedures to record financial data, prepare accurate and timely financial reports and statements, and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures. This individual may act as a backup for the Controller and is a mentor to the Accounting team.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, MBA and/or CPA preferred.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of accounting and financial analysis experience.
• A minimum of five (5) years of financial management experience.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with Excel.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software packages. SAP preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial data to generate monthly and annual financial statements.
• Ensure financial records are maintained in compliance with US GAAP and the company’s internal procedures.
• Own the month-end closing process, ensuring all financial reporting deadlines are met timely.
• Collaborate with other departments to provide accurate financial information as needed.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and ensure that accounting control procedures are maintained.
• Ownership of the GL reconciliation and timely resolution of accounting variances.
• Lead the annual financial audit process and coordinate deliverables with the accounting team.
• Partner with senior management on the annual charitable contribution budget and ensure timely payments.
• Assign and monitor customer credit limits, troubleshooting collection issues, and oversee forecasting of future cash receipts.
• Approve new vendor setups and payment terms, drive improvements in invoice processing automation.
• Assist the Controller in preparing all required schedules for the annual tax return.
• Oversee all open capital projects with staff accountant, facilitate related cash needs, and report project status regularly.

Benefits

• Low premium and out of pocket cost medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401k with company match.
• Generous sick and vacation time.
• 9 paid holidays.
• Birthday and floating holidays.
• Volunteer time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees