Assistant Controller

Responsible for the general ledger account reconciliations. Month-end closing procedures and journal entries. Weekly cash flow reporting. Preparation and maintenance of accounting system documentation. Sales taxes return preparation and handling of any sales tax audits. Federal and state return preparation of work papers for an outside accounting firm. Preparation of audit schedules, audit interface, preparation of various tax analyses, and research to ensure compliance with state and federal registration and reporting requirements. Coordinate with the materials group on physical inventory counts and reconciliation of physical counts to the general ledger. Maintenance of property tax records and filings. Maintain Fixed Asset Register. Intercompany activity and confirmations. Assist with periodic forecasting (short and long term) and annual budgets General accounting requirements Coordinate semiannual reviews and annual audit with independent auditors, including audit support and documentation To view the accounting department as an integral component of the company, not as a stand-alone ancillary unit. Cost Accounting requirements Cost Analysis & Reporting – analysis of fixed, variable, direct, and indirect costs associated with labor, raw materials, manufacturing, and shipping. Variance Analysis – compare actual production and project costs against budgeted (or estimated) costs to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement. Inventory Control – reconcile inventory subledgers with the general ledger, perform regular cycle counts, and calculate obsolescence or slow-moving reserves Absorption Costing – monitor cost absorption rates and production hours, recommending improvements when over/under absorbed Metrics and Measurement Ensure timely closing and compilation of the month/semi-annual/year-end financial statements. Ensure data accuracy by supporting department managers with timely weekly updates of expense activity. Assist departments with the correct identification and measurement of department activity relative to the company. Can display competency with standard computing functions as well as standard Microsoft computing software; to have a thorough understanding of major Accounting Software and ERP applications, preferably MS D365 Finance & Operations. Company Policies and Procedures Complete all responsibilities in a timely and professional manner while maintaining quality and confidentiality. Participate in implementing the Company's strategic plan goals and quality program initiatives. Support lean enterprise techniques, good housekeeping practices, immediate corrective action, and other company-wide initiatives aimed at improving productivity and increasing profitability. Participate in and support the Company’s professional development and training activities. Other duties may be assigned Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr