Assistant Controller (Controller Track) - Manufacturer in Miami, FL

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join the headquarters finance team of an established, chemical manufacturing and water-treatment company in Miami.\n
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\nThis is a high-impact opportunity for an accounting professional with strong technical skills, a hands-on approach, and the ability to work across a complex, multi-entity organization. The role offers direct exposure to senior leadership and a defined opportunity to develop toward a future Controller position.\n
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Key Responsibilities

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• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close activities.
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• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and financial statements.
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• Oversee accounting activities across legal entities, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely reporting.
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• Maintain compliance with GAAP and established internal controls.
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• Partner with manufacturing, distribution, and other operational teams to resolve accounting issues and improve financial visibility.
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• Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes, reporting, and operational efficiency.
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• Work closely with finance leadership on ongoing business and accounting priorities.

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Qualifications

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• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including significant financial close and general ledger responsibility.
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• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and internal controls.
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• Experience managing accounting across multiple entities, business units, or locations.
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• Proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP systems; Acumatica is a plus.
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• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
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• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively with both finance and operational leadership.
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• Manufacturing, chemical production, distribution, transportation, or other multi-location industry experience preferred.
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• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.

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$130K-$160K base salary dependent on experience\n
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If you are interested, please apply directly and email your resume to Cassidy Sullivan at View email address on ziprecruiter.com.