Assistant Plant Controller - Tarboro, NC

Air Distribution Technologies Careers•Tarboro, NC

About The Position

Air Distribution Technologies is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to support the financial operations of its Tarboro manufacturing facility. The role is a key business partner to plant leadership, with responsibility for accurate financial reporting, effective internal controls, cost accounting integrity, inventory management, and operational financial analysis. The Assistant Controller works closely with the Plant Controller and gains broad exposure to manufacturing finance and operational leadership, with potential to succeed into a future Plant Controller role. The position supports financial close and reporting, cost accounting, inventory processes and controls, budgeting and forecasting, audit and compliance activities, and operational decision-making. It partners with cross-functional teams, provides financial guidance on capital expenditure projects, develops and monitors KPIs, and supports plant objectives and strategic initiatives. It also provides guidance to accounting staff, assists with coaching and mentoring, and serves as a backup to the Plant Controller as needed. The role is intended to provide professional growth and development toward a future Plant Controller position within Air Distribution Technologies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
At least 3 years of manufacturing accounting experience.
Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and financial reporting.
Experience working with ERP systems.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA certification.
Experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
Understanding of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Assist in preparing financial statements and management reports.
Analyze financial results and investigate variances to budget, forecast, and prior-year performance.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
Maintain and monitor standard costing systems.
Analyze labor, material, overhead, and manufacturing variances.
Support annual standard cost updates and cost roll activities.
Evaluate product costing and profitability trends.
Partner with operations to identify cost-reduction and productivity-improvement opportunities.
Oversee inventory accounting processes and accuracy.
Support and validate physical inventories and cycle count programs.
Investigate inventory discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
Monitor inventory reserves and valuation processes.
Ensure compliance with inventory control procedures and manufacturing accounting standards.
Assist in developing annual operating budgets and support monthly forecasting and financial planning.
Develop financial models and perform operational analyses to support decision-making.
Monitor key cost drivers and recommend ways to improve financial performance.
Maintain and strengthen internal accounting controls.
Support internal and external audit activities and assist with applicable SOX compliance requirements.
Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control effectiveness.
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Human Resources, and Procurement teams.
Provide financial guidance and support for capital expenditure projects.
Develop and monitor key performance indicators.
Deliver financial insights in support of plant operational objectives and strategic initiatives.
Provide guidance and oversight to accounting staff; assist with coaching, mentoring, and developing team members.
Serve as a backup to the Plant Controller as needed.
Promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.