Assistant Controller
About The Position
The role provides accounting and analytical support to help maximize the facility’s financial return and achieve operational and management objectives. Under the direction of the Controller, the employee prepares and analyzes operational results, operating trends, customer profitability, capital projects, incentive plan calculations, budgets and forecasts, special projects, and initiatives. The position also supports the development and refinement of accounting processes, internal controls, policies, and procedures. The position performs financial analysis and daily plant financial activities, prepares journal vouchers, participates in month-end close, and ensures daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities and reports are completed accurately and on time. It also includes researching and analyzing data, completing reporting requirements, reviewing financial transactions and recommending appropriate accounting treatment, and reviewing production hours in the payroll system for accuracy.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, business, or a related field.
- At least 3 years of accounting and/or finance experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of general business management principles, internal financial management, and industry business practices.
- Demonstrated ability to influence peers and management.
- Demonstrated effective communication with business leaders at various levels and functions.
Nice To Haves
- CPA or CMA.
- Work experience in a manufacturing facility.
- Corrugated, printing, packaging, and/or related finance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze facility performance and recommend actions to maximize financial return.
- Assist the Controller with preparation for and analysis of operational results, operating trends, customer profitability, capital projects, incentive plan calculations, budgeting, forecasting, special projects, and initiatives.
- Work with the Controller to develop and refine processes that improve accounting efficiency and process documentation.
- Assist the Controller in maintaining and enhancing internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures.
- Provide financial analysis, including interpretation and application of professional standards, company policies, and processes.
- Prepare journal vouchers and participate in month-end close.
- Perform daily financial activities for the plant and complete daily, weekly, and monthly responsibilities and reports accurately and on time.
- Enter data and use systems for research and analysis; complete various reporting requirements.
- Follow applicable financial policies and procedures, including those in the financial policies and capital investment manuals.
- Ensure applicable internal controls are followed in areas of responsibility.
- Investigate, review, and evaluate financial transactions and recommend appropriate treatment.
- Review production hours entered or approved in the payroll system, balance hours, and maintain accuracy.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and life insurance.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Short-term and long-term disability.
- 401(k) and company-funded retirement contributions.
- Paid Time Off.
- Education and development, including tuition reimbursement.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- Voluntary insurance benefits for home, auto, vision, and pets.
- Sales and leadership training.
- Promotional opportunities within a global company.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
