Assistant Controller

Position: Assistant Controller (Manufacturing)

Location: Butler

Reports To: VP of Finance

Compensation: Up to $105,000 base salary + discretionary bonus

Overview

A growing, private equity-backed manufacturing organization is seeking an Assistant Controller to join its North American finance team. This is a newly created position driven by continued growth and offers strong visibility to leadership along with a clear path for advancement .

This role will partner closely with the VP of Finance and operations leadership to strengthen accounting processes, lead the month-end close, and enhance financial controls across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Close

• Lead key components of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process
• Prepare and review journal entries , including accruals, reclasses, and inventory-related entries
• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations , ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies
• Assist in preparing internal financial reporting and variance analysis
• Support audit processes and ensure timely and accurate documentation

Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance

• Partner with plant leadership to ensure accurate cost accounting and inventory valuation
• Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances , providing actionable insights
• Support standard cost updates, cost roll-ups, and inventory processes
• Evaluate manufacturing performance, including cost drivers such as freight, scrap, and operational efficiency

Controls & Process Improvement

• Help strengthen internal controls and standardize accounting processes across locations
• Identify and implement process improvements within accounting and reporting workflows
• Support ERP enhancements and financial system improvements

Leadership

• Provide guidance and oversight to junior accounting staff
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and leadership teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including manufacturing and cost accounting
• Strong understanding of GAAP, inventory accounting, and month-end close processes
• Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience preferred
• Proven ability to analyze data and communicate financial insights clearly
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Key Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to partner effectively with operations and leadership
• Ownership mindset with a focus on accountability
• Continuous improvement orientation

Additional Details

• Team Structure: Small accounting team with multi-state presence
• Travel: Minimal (1–2 trips annually)

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and other standard offerings