Assistant Controller

ASSISTANT CONTROLLER Zelienople, PA (Hybrid) $120,000- $135,000 We are partnering with a growing industrial manufacturing company seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join their leadership team. This role offers a strong blend of accounting, finance, and operational analytics while working closely with cost managers and project managers across the organization. OVERVIEW OF THE ASSISTANT CONTROLLER ROLE: * Oversee and mentor a team of General Ledger Accountants * Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes * Partner with operations, cost accounting, and project management teams to analyze financial performance and project profitability * Manage and review accounting related to: * Direct and indirect tax * Capital expenditures (CAPEX) * Fixed assets and depreciation * Investments and financial analysis * Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis initiatives * Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls * Assist with process improvements and ERP optimization initiatives within SAP * Prepare financial reporting and provide analytics to leadership PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ASSISTANT CONTROLLER: * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance * CPA preferred * Experience within industrial manufacturing environments strongly preferred * Blend of public accounting and private industry experience highly desired * Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff * SAP experience preferred * Strong Excel and analytical skills