Assistant Controller

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Milan 4905

Reporting To: Chad Gustafson

Compensation: $60,000 - $80,000 / year

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Assistant Controller to join our finance team in Milan, IL. In this role, you will play a crucial part in managing our organization's financial operations, reporting, and analysis. This role will be responsible for managing accounting functions, supporting financial processes, and providing leadership within the accounting team. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, hands-on, and experienced in handling financial transactions within a dynamic operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Manage the general ledger and ensure accuracy of all accounting entries
• Conduct financial analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Collaborate with external auditors during annual audits
• Lead and mentor accounting staff to higher levels of performance instilling a continuous improvement mindset within the team
• Lead and support financial planning process
• Analyze and provide communication to management regarding variances to forecast and plan
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions and drive implementation of process improvements
• Assist the Controller in special projects and ad-hoc financial analysis
• Full-time onsite availability required
  
  

Education/Certifications

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
  
  

Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience in accounting or finance
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Proficiency in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Demonstrated experience in implementing and maintaining internal controls
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• D365 Finance and Operations experience a plus
• Proficiency in Excel, including financial modeling and data analysis
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 10.5 Paid Holidays
• Career Development Opportunities