Assistant Division Controller

The Opportunity:

ML6 has partnered with a manufacturing organization in Maryland in their search for an Assistant Division Controller to join their rapidly growing organization. The Assistant Division Controller supports the financial leadership of a multi-site manufacturing division with annual revenues exceeding $200M. This role partners closely with the Division Controller to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and effective operational financial support across multiple facilities. The Assistant Division Controller plays a key role in driving financial integrity, improving processes, and supporting strategic decision-making.

What You'll Be Doing:

Financial Reporting & Close

• Assist in leading the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes for multiple manufacturing sites
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Maintain accurate application of ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• Prepare or review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Analyze financial results and provide variance explanations to divisional and corporate leadership

Cost Accounting & Operations Support

• Oversee and support product costing, inventory accounting, and manufacturing variance analysis
• Partner with plant finance teams and operations leadership to improve cost visibility and margin performance
• Monitor inventory valuation, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes
• Support capital project tracking and fixed asset accounting

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Help maintain a strong internal control environment across all sites
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements
• Support internal and external audits, including preparation of documentation and responses
• Assist in developing and improving financial policies, procedures, and systems

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Participate in the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles
• Support financial modeling and ad hoc analysis for operational and strategic initiatives
• Provide actionable financial insights to operations and senior leadership

Team Leadership & Development

• Provide guidance and oversight to plant accountants and other finance staff
• Promote consistency in accounting practices across sites
• Support training and development of finance personnel within the division

Systems & Process Improvement

• Participate as a key core team member for ERP implementation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve data accuracy
• Participate in ERP enhancements, system implementations, or reporting tool improvements
• Champion best practices in financial reporting and operational finance

What You'll Need to Be Successful:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or multi-site environment
• Experience with ASC 606 compliance
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with cost accounting and inventory in a manufacturing setting
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with implementation of ERP systems
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• MBA, CPA designation, or active CPA candidate would be preferred
• Experience in a company with $200M+ in annual revenue