Assistant Controller

CRH • Dunwoody, GA

73d

About The Position

The Assistant Controller will be responsible for the integrity of accounting information and compliant business processes; acts to provide financial insight; works with the Finance lead through reporting and analysis, identifies trends and collaborates with business leaders; provides suggestions in process improvements and margin effectiveness; collaborates on annual budget. The ideal candidate will have worked as a Senior Accountant, or Financial Analyst in a manufacturing environment and are looking to take the next step in their career. The role reports to the Regional Finance lead.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field
• 4+ years of experience in general accounting/finance areas/cost accounting, including but not limited to budgets, legal compliance, P&L, SFAS Rules in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience with financial forecasting, and financial statement preparation
• Must have strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated Experience with GAAP, IFRS, cost accounting, inventory management and forecasting
• Computer skills: Accounting Software, Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, BI Tools
• High level of proficiency in PC spreadsheets (MS Excel) and ERP/MRP systems

Responsibilities

• Perform month-end closing activities - accruals, subledger reconciliations, statistical entries, etc.
• Involved in the preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring all statements are appropriately analyzed and correctly stated
• Perform balance sheet account reconciliations
• Prepare for and respond to internal and external audit requests
• Analyzes input costs, monitors cost fluctuations, and makes recommendations for adjustments
• Plans and supports physical inventory audits
• Work closely with manufacturing sites to research variances and proactively address process issues
• Compile/analyze financial data from multiple sources by way of Excel, Tableau, Infor M3
• Recommends and implements improvement to efficiencies of financial processes within department and at all operating sites
• Prepares reports to forecast business activity and financial position
• Work with the Finance Lead to ensure adequate SOX and internal controls are in place and maintained to safeguard financial assets
• Provide training and development for staff in finance management, SOX compliance, and any other needs identified in the department
• Other duties as may be assigned by the Finance lead

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees