Assistant Controller

Rembrandt Foods

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The assistant controller is responsible for all areas relating to compilation and presentation of the financial statements. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements. The assistant controller supervises staff accountants and the Accounts Payable/Receivable functions, payroll, trade and is responsible for managing the team to ensure that work is properly allocated and completed in a timely and accurate manner. This position addresses tight deadlines and a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation, tax preparation and the support of budget and forecast activities. The assistant controller reports to the VP of Finance and will have contact with the Analysis, and department managers which requires strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal. Rembrandt Foods was founded in 2000 with the fundamental vision to be a fully integrated, sustainable egg products company. Since our inception, Rembrandt has grown from a simple, layer and breaking processor, supplying raw egg to the industry, to a fully engaged processor supplying a range of traditional and emerging egg products to the food industry. Now, with the investment of AGR Partners in 2022, Rembrandt Foods is poised to expand its range of capabilities, with a dedication to the egg products industry that is part of our heart-and-soul.

Requirements

BA/BS in Business with an emphasis in Accounting
Proven working experience as Accounting Manager
Minimum 5 years of prior supervisory experience in the financial reporting/general ledger area.
Comprehensive knowledge of accounting and financial modeling/analysis concepts
Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy
Demonstrated success and interest operating in a fast-paced, deadline oriented environment
Strong communication skills; capable of presenting complex financial information in an easy-to-understand format
High degree of initiative, intellectual curiosity and abstract reasoning skills
Excellent interpersonal communication skills, high sense of urgency and creative thinking
Mathematical Skills: General Arithmetic/Basic algebra/Percentages/Fractions
Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases
Proven knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations
High attention to detail and accuracy

Nice To Haves

MBA or CPA preferred
Manufacturing experience
Experience in computer based accounting systems

Responsibilities

Obtains and maintains a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure
Manages and oversees the daily operations of the accounting department
Leads accurate and timely month and end year close processes, accounts payable/receivable, cash receipts, general ledger, payroll and utilities, treasury, budgeting, cash forecasting, revenue and expenditure variance analysis, capital assets reconciliations, account reconciliations, check runs, fixed asset activity, debt activity, etc.
Monitors and analyzes accounting data and produces financial reports or statements in accordance with GAAP
Performs balance sheet reconciliations and ensure business leaders understand any risks involved
Establishes and enforces proper accounting methods, policies, and principles
Supports budget and forecasting activities
Responds to inquiries from the VP of Finance, and other leaders regarding financial results and special reporting requests
Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy
Assigns projects and direct staff to ensure compliance and accuracy
Advises staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions
Establishes and monitors co-worker performance and developmental goals, assigns accountabilities, sets objectives, establishes priorities, conducts annual performance appraisals, and administers salary adjustments as required
Maintains procedure manuals and documentation
Coordinates with VP of Finance to ensure all accounting occurs timely and accurately
Owns the annual financial audit process and all tax compliancy
Ad-Hoc Reporting and Analysis
Follow all Safety, Bio-Security, Environmental, and Animal Welfare Procedures
Ensure compliance with and follow all OSHA and REI safety regulations and procedures
Ensure that all care is provided with respect to customer, client and co-workers’ rights
Ensure a safe and clean work environment
Maintain confidentiality
Adhere to work schedules in completing and performing assigned tasks
Take appropriate action to ensure the integrity and sustained certification of the SQF system
Responsible for reporting and taking any necessary action to prevent food safety and food quality problems from occurring
Responsible for following and enforcing procedures outlined in the Food Safety Plan and the Food Quality Plan and any other programs that support the SQF system and other 3rd party audits
Perform other tasks as assigned