Assistant Controller

Role Summary Our client, a company operating within the wholesale apparel industry, is seeking a Bookkeeper / Assistant Controller to support day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting. This role is well suited for a hands-on accounting professional with experience supporting wholesale businesses that sell through large retail partners and manage international trade–related transactions. Key Responsibilities Perform day-to-day accounting activities and support the finance team with ongoing financial operations Manage bank reconciliations and general ledger account reconciliations Oversee Accounts Payable, including reviewing, analyzing, and approving vendor invoices for payment Generate checks and initiate wire payments Manage Accounts Receivable activities, including submitting customer orders for approval and performing monthly reconciliations Process credit card payments and maintain accurate AR records Issue and manage letters of credit Calculate, process, and pay sales commissions Calculate, record, and pay customs duties and related charges Assist with financial reporting and ad hoc accounting projects as needed Required Qualifications 3+ years of hands-on accounting or bookkeeping experience Prior experience in a wholesale business selling products through large retail customers Experience issuing letters of credit and handling duty payments Familiarity with sales commission calculations and payments Proficiency with Sage 100 accounting software Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple accounting tasks Solid organizational and communication skills Preferred Qualifications Experience in the wholesale apparel industry Exposure to import/export or international trade accounting processes #J-18808-Ljbffr