What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Controller position at NWH?
NWH Overview:
Northwest Hardwoods is the leading manufacturer of hardwood lumber in North America, as well as a leading supplier of panel products from around the world. A fully integrated, global supplier of wood products, NWH serves the furniture, flooring, cabinet, molding and millwork industries.
The company operates over 30 manufacturing and warehousing facilities across the country including sawmills, concentration yards and distribution facilities using innovative technologies to streamline the procurement process for customers. NWH supplies only sustainable, high-quality hardwoods to protect our resources today and for future generations. For more information, please visit nwh.com.
Position Summary:
The Assistant Controller is responsible for providing leadership to ensure all accounting department tasks are performed timely and accurately. In collaboration with the Corporate Controller, this leader will drive process improvements, implement standards, improve and document internal controls and optimize efficiencies across all areas of accounting. The Assistant Controller leads a highly capable and technical team of five accountants. This position reports to the Corporate Controller and will be based out of our Corporate HQ located in Frisco, TX.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Lead the accounting process.
- Coordinate with operational accounting team members.
- Responsible for the month end closing, including account analysis and reconciliations.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP.
- Assist in the formulation of internal controls and policies to comply with accounting guidance and best practices.
- Research and implement new accounting guidance, as needed.
- Review the company’s accounting information to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances.
- Be the focal point for the various external audits.
- Identify and drive process improvements.
- Perform risk assessment and implement changes to the internal control structure and processes.
- Participate in special projects.
Qualifications and Competencies:
- Manufacturing experience required.
- Minimum of 5 years in an accounting leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
- Strong analysis, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrates initiative, customer focused and ability to collaborate across company functions.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work to focus on achieving key results.
- Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong aptitude of financial systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains experience a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Big 4 experience, preferred
- CPA, preferred
- Some travel required
Perks & Benefits
- Medical Plans/Dental Coverage/Vision Coverage/Prescription Plans
- Recognition & Rewards Program
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Benefit
- Voluntary Long-Term Disability Benefit
- 401k Retirement Saving with Company Match
- Health Saving Account (HSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Engagement Center Support
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee Engagement Events and Activities
- Employee Referral Bonus (no cap)
Additional Information:
NWH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
