Assistant Controller

Teasdale Foods•Carrollton, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Controller plays a key leadership role within the Finance & Accounting function, supporting the Corporate Controller in overseeing the full scope of the company's accounting operations. This position is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and driving process improvements across the accounting department. The ideal candidate brings deep technical accounting expertise, hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, and the ability to partner cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and executive leadership. This is a highly visible role with significant growth potential for a motivated accounting professional seeking to advance toward a Controller or VP of Finance position within a dynamic food manufacturing organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
CPA designation strongly preferred; candidates actively pursuing a CPA will be considered
Minimum 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role
Prior experience in food manufacturing, CPG, or process manufacturing in a private equity environment is preferred
Public accounting experience (Big 4 or regional firm) a plus
Prior experience with payroll and benefits – accounting and reconciliation preferred
Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Proficiency in ERP systems; experience with top-tier accounting systems (i.e., SAP, Oracle, JDEdwards) preferred
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modeling)
Familiarity with consolidation software and business intelligence/reporting tools
High level of attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and data integrity
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a solutions-oriented mindset
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders
Collaborative team player who can also work independently with minimal direction
Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred

Responsibilities

Own the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Manage the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Analyze financial results and provide variance explanations versus budget and prior periods
Coordinate the preparation of consolidated financial statements across business units
Manage accounting and reconciliations related to Payroll & Benefits
Maintain and strengthen the internal control environment in accordance with company policy
Serve as the primary point of contact for coordinating external audits and tax engagements; serve as key liaison with auditors
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
Develop, document, and enforce accounting policies and procedures
Identify control gaps and implement remediation plans as needed
Supervise and mentor accounting staff, currently one Senior Accountant and one Staff Accountant
Conduct performance reviews, set development goals, and support career growth within the team
Provide training on accounting systems, policies, and technical topics
Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting process
Prepare financial models and ad hoc analyses to support business decisions
Collaborate with FP&A, operations, and procurement on financial planning initiatives
Identify opportunities to improve margins, reduce costs, and drive operational efficiency