Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Location: Allentown, PA, US, 18103 Onsite OPW Clean Energy Solutions (CES): As the adoption of alternative fuels surges, OPW is committed to shaping the future of the clean energy industry, and strategically expanding into innovative realms. This vision has culminated in the establishment of the OPW Clean Energy Solutions Business Unit. At its core lies the industry-leading enterprises, Acme Cryogenics, RegO Products, RegO Products subsidiary, Superior Products, Demaco, and SPS Cryogenics all renowned for pioneering solutions in clean energy and the safe handling, transport, and storage of cryogenic liquids and gases. Join us in our journey towards a safer, cleaner tomorrow.

ACME Cryogenics, part of Dover Corporation's OPW Clean Energy Solutions, is a leading provider of mission-critical cryogenic solutions, specializing in the design, engineering, manufacturing, and servicing of equipment for the storage, transport, and application of industrial gases. With decades of expertise, ACME Cryogenics delivers high-performance systems and components for industries such as clean energy, aerospace, healthcare, food and beverage, and semiconductor manufacturing. Known for reliability, safety, and innovation, Acme Cryogenics supports customers worldwide with solutions ranging from individual components to fully integrated systems.

Essential Functions:

• Manage the overall month-end close processes to deliver accurate, on time, and well understood results and monthly financial statements.
• Ensure all journal entries are posted, revenue recognition is accurate, expenses are properly accrued.
• Ensure fixed asset additions/disposals are properly recorded in the G/L
• Manage, prepare, review, and approve balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Lead process improvement initiatives to streamline the month-end close process, partnering with Acme, CES, and Dover Accounting, IT, and Shared Services teams.
• Support Acme Controller regarding any audit activities, questions or follow-ups; direct staff to gather / provide audit documentation in the PBC list or requested; assist Controller with preparing ad-hoc schedules as requested by auditors.
• Facilitate business process changes to improve inherent control and/or implement mitigating controls to develop robust process control.
• Support compliance with all tax requirements (Federal and State, Income Tax, State and Local Sales, Use and Franchise Tax); gather information and prepare schedules needed for the completion of the company's annual tax returns and complete and file annual 1099 reporting.
• Support / manage Accounts Payable to ensure vendor invoices are recorded on time and coded correctly in the General Ledger (G/L); assist accounts payable to resolve vendor questions or concerns and review weekly payment runs to ensure timely vendor payments.
• Support / manage Accounts Receivable to ensure timely and accurate recording; support the resolution of customer short-pays and deductions; assist with collection of past due customer accounts and establish new customer credit limits.
• Other duties as needed.

Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or other related discipline;
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience;
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment;
• Public Accounting/Audit experience a plus;
• Experience with ERP systems is required;
• Must have advanced skills with Microsoft Excel, PowerBI preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls and financial reporting required;

Desired Characteristics:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Continuous improvement and process optimization mindset
• Ability to work cross-functionally with operations and executive leadership
• Ability to create, develop, and lead a team of direct reports (solid and dotted line).
• Experience in a multi-site environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• A demonstrated commitment to integrity and the highest ethical standards

Pay: We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.