Assistant Controller

The Assistant Controller is responsible for the financial planning, reporting, and analysis activities for our Torrance operations. This position will be heavily relied on to be a business partner to the General Manager and Site Controller with strategic analysis and business financial modeling, and will report directly to the Controller. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provide timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports and financial trends. Support site functions in developing financial budgets Provide analysis, tools and metrics that assist the Company in achieving operational and financial excellence. Lead and support monthly performance analysis and re-forecast process. Assist in new program contract bidding process as required to ensure required return on investment is met and appropriate margins are estimated. Participate in Capital Expenditure Request process to ensure ROI goals are met.. Participate actively in the strategic direction and planning of the Company with President and management team. Work directly with the Division Controller to ensure accurate representation of financial performance. Both lead and support with routine site audit. Position Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related area of study, with at least five years of related experience (preferably in the aerospace industry). Experience in manufacturing cost accounting, including standard costing methods. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Personal Skills Excellent communication skills, ability to deal with people at all levels. Strong attention to detail and good interpersonal skills. Strong decision making and problem solving skills. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced dynamic environment. Motivated, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should possess basic computer proficiency and functional knowledge with applications and activities including (but not limited to): MS Office including Excel and Word Experience with a Tier 1 accounting software (JD Edwards, SAP, preferably Visual) Financial Consolidation and Reporting Software such as Oracle HFM, Host Analytics, and Prophix. Language Skills Ability to read and write the English language. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. #J-18808-Ljbffr Verus Aerospace