Division Assistant Controller

Levy•Dearborn, MI

23d•Onsite

About The Position

The Levy Group of Companies is seeking a Division Assistant Controller for its Corporate Office in Dearborn, Michigan. The position assists the controller with financial reporting, analysis, and planning for multiple divisional operations, as well as corporate finance tasks as needed. The role supports accurate accounting, financial close and reconciliation processes, budgeting, internal controls, audits, and financial analysis in partnership with the controller and operations teams. The company describes itself as a 100-year-old, family-owned business that transforms recycled products into construction materials and provides services including steel mill services, flame cutting and treatment, road building, logistics, and laboratory testing. The company states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and makes hiring decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Three to five years of accounting experience.
Strong cost and general accounting skills.
Solid understanding of accounting principles and ERP systems.
Critical-thinking and analytical skills, including the ability to analyze a broad range of issues and provide solutions.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, including the ability to prepare compelling presentations.
Ability to work cross-functionally and reach win-win solutions.
Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, individually and in group settings.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Oracle experience preferred.
Experience in a related industry such as construction, manufacturing, or logistics, with job costing experience a plus.
Experience with EPM Cloud/Hyperion Reporting.
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience with Oracle General Ledger, Oracle Project Accounting, Oracle Fixed Assets, Oracle OPM, Oracle A/P Inquiry, Oracle A/R Inquiry, Oracle Purchasing Inquiry, or Oracle eAM Inquiry.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate accounting systems, records, and standards.
Ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures for accounting processes.
Assist with monthly and year-end closings for multiple companies.
Manage balance sheet account reconciliations for multiple companies.
Review accruals and other balance sheet accounts for accuracy.
Account for fixed assets and perform monthly lease liability analysis.
Perform monthly quality checks to ensure items are not missed before final results are published.
Work with the controller and operations to develop and evaluate budgets and business plans.
Use EPM/Hyperion financial reporting for trend and variance analysis.
Use financial data and analysis to help operations solve problems and make decisions.
Maintain proper internal controls in accordance with accepted accounting standards.
Assist with site audits to ensure financial and operational processes are functioning as intended.
Perform special projects, studies, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor.