Assistant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join our client's finance leadership team in Greensboro, North Carolina. This role is responsible for strengthening day-to-day accounting operations, supporting accurate and timely financial reporting, and helping maintain a well-controlled environment across core finance activities. The position will work closely with internal stakeholders to guide close activities, improve reporting quality, and ensure compliance with applicable accounting and tax requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the monthly and periodic close process, helping deliver accurate financial results on schedule while contributing to forecasting and budgeting activities.

• Oversee daily accounting functions across receivables, payables, payroll, and cash activity to promote smooth operations and dependable financial data.

• Direct general ledger activity by reviewing account classifications, approving journal entries, and ensuring reconciliations are completed thoroughly and on time.

• Validate job cost reporting and inventory-related balances, and confirm that subsidiary records align with the general ledger across key accounting areas.

• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and inventory-related materials required for annual external audit procedures and physical inventory review.

• Assist with treasury-related tasks by monitoring banking platform activity and supporting cash management processes.

• Manage compliance for applicable tax obligations, including sales and use tax, property tax reporting, and annual information reporting such as 1099 filings.

• Strengthen adherence to accounting policies and internal control practices by identifying risks, recommending improvements, and helping protect company assets.

• Partner with operational and administrative teams to gather financial information, analyze results, and support sound business decisions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent hands-on experience in accounting and financial operations.
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in general accounting, financial analysis, or controllership support, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of month-end close, general ledger management, financial reporting, and account reconciliation processes.
• Experience supporting external audits and preparing documentation for financial statement review and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise or guide accounting staff while maintaining deadlines and high standards of accuracy.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, investigate variances, and communicate findings clearly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications used for reporting, analysis, and documentation.