Assistant Controller (Manufacturing-Multi-Entity)

Bundy Baking Solutions•Urbana, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Controller is responsible for assisting in the oversight of all accounting operations across multiple manufacturing entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with GAAP. This role is part of a team responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, cost accounting, and general ledger activities. In a multi-plant, multi-entity manufacturing environment, the Assistant Controller plays a critical role in inventory accounting, standard costing, and operational finance support. This position partners closely with the Controller and plant operations to analyze costs, improve profitability, and drive process efficiencies. Strong leadership, advanced Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems is required. Confidentiality and sound judgment are essential.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of GAAP and multi-entity accounting structures
Experience with cost accounting, standard costing, and inventory accounting
Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, or similar)
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)
Experience managing intercompany transactions and consolidations
Strong leadership and team development skills
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and prioritization skills in a fast-paced, multi-plant environment
Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across plants and corporate teams
Ability to work independently as well as with a team to meet critical deadlines
Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and operational efficiencies
Strong business acumen with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA preferred

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of accounting staff across multiple entities or locations
Lead by example
Establish performance expectations
Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration
Assist in the oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash application processes across multiple companies
Review and approve transaction coding to ensure proper general ledger classification by entity and division
Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and eliminations
Assist in the oversight of customer billing, vendor payments, and deposit activities across business units
Approve check runs and ACH transactions
Assist in the oversight of inventory accounting, including raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods
Assist with managing and reviewing standard costing, cost roll-ups, and bill of materials (BOM) accuracy
Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and partner with plant leadership to address issues
Monitor inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes
Support production reporting, margin analysis, and cost control initiatives
Assist in month-end and year-end close processes for multiple entities
Review and/or prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results
Prepare and analyze financial reports, including cash flows, variance analysis and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Establish and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies across all entities
Maintain documentation of accounting processes and procedures
Partner with operations, supply chain, and plant managers to improve financial performance
Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements (ERP optimization)
Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives
Streamline workflows across entities to improve efficiency and scalability
Protect the organization by maintaining strict confidentiality of financial, operational, and personnel information