Assistant Controller

Position Summary The Assistant Controller will play a pivotal leadership role in the U.S. finance organization. This position is responsible for overseeing the General Ledger (GL), month-end close, and financial reporting processes. The Assistant Controller will lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals and ensure timely, accurate financial results that support operational decision-making and compliance with corporate policies and accounting standards. This role will work closely with the Global Controller and partner finance teams (including SOX/Controls and FP&A) to ensure alignment and effectiveness across financial operations. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Lead, develop, and mentor three direct reports (Accounting Managers). Oversee a combined team of six (each manager supervising two staff accountants). Foster a high-performance, collaborative, and growth-oriented team culture. Manage the GL and month-end close process for the U.S. business subsidiary. Ensure timely, accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Coordinate reconciliations, journal entries, and close checklists. Partner with global and local stakeholders to analyze results and explain variances. Process & Compliance Drive standardization and continuous improvement of accounting processes and procedures. Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies. Collaborate with the SOX/Controls team to support controls testing and remediation as required (team separate from this role). Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with the FP&A team (separate function) to support forecasting, budgeting, and operational analysis. Support audits (external and internal) as needed. Ad Hoc Projects Lead or support accounting and finance initiatives, including system enhancements, process automation, and special financial analyses. Qualifications Education & Certification Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred. Experience Minimum 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience. Prior leadership experience managing teams (ideally 8+ professionals total). Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements. An active CPA is preferred. Experience with manufacturing companies is required. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to manage complex financial processes and deadlines. High degree of accuracy, analytical thinking, and attention to detail. Proficiency with ERP systems and financial reporting tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr