Business Unit Assistant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title:  Business Unit Assistant Controller

Reports to:  Corporate Controller  

Location: This position is on-site at our office in Antigo, WI; Wausau, WI; or Idaho Falls, ID. 

Job Summary

The Assistant Controller supports the Corporate Controller in leading the accounting and financial reporting functions of the organization. This role is responsible for overseeing daily accounting operations, ensuring the integrity of financial records, and delivering timely and accurate financial reporting. The Assistant Controller manages close processes within the business unit, financial statement preparation, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and audit activities while partnering with operational and executive leadership to provide financial insights that support strategic decision-making. The position also plays a key role in developing accounting staff, driving process improvements, maintaining regulatory compliance, strengthening the overall financial health of the organization, and supporting succession planning within the finance function.

Supervisory Responsibilities

NA

Essential Duties

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to support timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, management reports, balance sheet reconciliations, and account analyses.
• Support accurate and timely completion of accounting activities for the assigned business unit.
• Coordinate with accounting and finance team members to gather information, resolve questions, and support financial reporting requirements.
• Assist with the preparation, review, and documentation of accounting work to ensure accuracy, consistency, timeliness, and compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen controls, and support efficient workflow across the finance function.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and support reliable accounting transactions and financial reporting processes.
• Analyze financial results, operating expenses, business performance, risks, and opportunities, and communicate findings to management.
• Support accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and audit activities across the organization, assist with audit preparation and support auditor requests.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve accounting discrepancies, inaccuracies, and imbalances in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, government regulations, and other applicable reporting requirements.
• Prepare and review reports required for regulatory, tax, audit, and management reporting purposes.
• Support ERP and accounting systems to maintain financial records, improve reporting capabilities, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to analyze financial performance, inventory activity, manufacturing variances, labor efficiencies, and operational metrics.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, scalability, and financial controls.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Thorough understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting requirements, internal controls, and financial management practices.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial information and make sound business recommendations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting.
• Experience working with ERP systems and financial reporting tools, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365, Syteline, or similar systems.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Leadership skills with the ability to develop, mentor, coach, and manage accounting staff.
• Strong knowledge of financial forecasting, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and audit support.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information effectively to executive leadership, operational management, and business partners.
• Ability to lead through change, influence cross-functional teams, and build effective relationships throughout the organization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational efficiency and process excellence.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required. 
• Five to ten years of progressive accounting or finance experience preferred. 
• Leadership experience, including mentoring, coaching, or supervising accounting personnel preferred. 
• Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, Syteline, or similar enterprise accounting software preferred. 
• Manufacturing and cost accounting experience preferred. 
• Experience supporting financial audits, budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement preparation preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Consistent walking, talking, hearing, sitting, standing, typing, repetitive motions, movements requiring fine motor skills, and visual acuity. 
• Proficiency in using hands, fingers, and arms for tasks such as typing and writing.
• Ability to hear and understand verbal communication.
• Occasional carrying, reaching, handling, grasping, climbing, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crawling, balancing, and stooping. 
• Willingness to work in an office environment, though certain tasks or projects may occur in a manufacturing environment. 
• Willingness to adhere to safety protocols and wear protective gear, including helmets, goggles, gloves, and safety shoes, as required by the job.

Company Culture & Values

• A Commitment to Our Purpose (COMMITTED PEOPLE) – Our mission is to serve and build up our customers, suppliers, communities, and each other, guided by the principles of our Lord Jesus Christ. The commitment to serving and building up is easily seen in those employees that exemplify this value.
• Without Our Customers We Are Nothing (CUSTOMER FIRST) – We realize that we are blessed to serve our customers and without them, our company does not exist. They rely on us for their success and that is a responsibility we cannot take lightly. Our focus must be on serving them with as seamless communication and access to products as possible.
• Kind, Humble and Positive (HUMBLE) – These positive traits do not mean being a doormat to others. But when a person is kind, humble and positive it comes through in their genuine caring for those around them.
• A Desire For “Expert” (EXPERTS) – Our people want to be seen as the experts in their specific roles. From how we convert a bag efficiently and with highest quality, to knowledge of the product portfolio, to desiring to know more about tax or human resource policy – the desire for “expert” drives us in each of our roles.
• Intentional Growth – Developing of Self and Others (PERSONAL GROWTH)– Times, tools, and customer expectations change. Our team members are interested in developing themselves and those around them. We know that a stronger team is one that makes our customers and our fellow employees happier.
• Strong Work Ethic (HARD WORKERS) – The commitment to serve those around us is honorable and we respond to this by putting our strongest effort into that purpose.
• High Expectations of Self and Others (HIGH EXPECTATIONS) – We expect ourselves, and those around us, to put in our best effort. When others struggle, we help them align towards perfection. When we struggle, we are open and humble to hear it and course-correct accordingly.
• If It Isn’t Safe, We Don’t Do It (SAFETY) – All people deserve to return home to their loved ones safely and work in an environment where they can best execute their tasks safely. When choosing between safety and profit, safety and efficiency, safety and feelings, safety, and “x” – we choose safety.

Travel Requirements

This position requires occasional overnight travel and occasional travel within the workday for training, audits, business meetings, support of company locations, or participation in strategic initiatives.

Driver Qualification

The ability to drive a company owned/leased vehicle or personal vehicle on behalf of the company may be required. Inclusion in the company’s driver qualification program is required to drive a company owned/leased vehicle or personal vehicle. 

Becoming a qualified driver includes:

• Agree to the company driving policies that apply to company owned/leased vehicle or personal vehicle as applicable.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver license and be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Maintain an acceptable driving record, as evidenced by completion of a baseline motor vehicle record check and ongoing monitoring.
• When driving a personal vehicle on behalf of the company, must provide a copy of the declaration page from personal auto insurance that shows the policy dates and minimum coverage amounts ($300,000 bodily injury per accident/$100,000 property damage per accident or if driving less than 5 hours/200 miles a year $50,000 bodily injury per accident/$10,000 property damage per accident or the state minimum, whichever is more). This requirement is initially and then annually thereafter.

This job description is intended as a general outline of the primary responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities that may be required. The employer reserves the right to modify, add, or remove any responsibilities, duties, or activities as deemed necessary with or without notice. 

Volm Companies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and other protected characteristics. If you require reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, please inform us and we will work with you to address your needs.