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Assistant Controller

KCO Resource Management
Ocala, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/30/2025

Job Description

Job Description

We're looking for a talented Assistant Controller to help lead and direct the accounting and finance functions of a fast-growing CPG manufacturer who is about to launch a major expansion! This is a hands-on, onsite position working closely with the Leadership Team to facilitate the communication and execution of the business plan objectives. The position reports to the Controller.

Location : Marion County, Florida

Job Responsibilities :

  • Helps establish and maintain accounting policies and procedures that ensure financial statements comply with GAAP accounting principles.
  • Manages and directs monthly, quarterly, and annual closing, providing analysis and observations on the results.
  • Reconciles all balance sheet accounts and enters monthly journal entries. Ensures all internal accounting processes are completed timely, accurately, and efficiently and appropriate internal controls are in place.
  • Manages team workflow. Reviews day-to-day general ledger accounting transactions including A / P, A / R, inventory.
  • Monitors inventory (raw materials, packaging and Finished Goods (FG)) levels for obsolescence. Handles new part numbers / BOM setup in the system.
  • Analyzes and communicates monthly production actual vs standard variances on price, cost, mix, yields, etc.
  • Helps with the annual budget and forecast preparation, reviewing proposals and preparing supporting documentation and justification.
  • Posts approved adjusting entries and closing books at year-end as directed. Supports annual tax and reporting documents, including 1099, property taxes, escheatment, etc.
  • Coordinates / communicates weekly check run amounts and vendors with the leadership team.
  • Reviews / approves weekly AP disbursements.
  • Updates fixed assets.
  • Manages document retention practices for the department as determined by law and company policy.

Required Skills / Qualifications :

  • 5-7 years of experience in accounting with a strong preference for the CPG / manufacturing industry.
  • A bachelor’s or associate degree in accounting / finance or equivalent field experience
  • Strong technical experience with advanced software skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent verbal presentation, organization, and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work as a proactive self-starter with the capability of managing details, balancing multiple demands, prioritizing tasks and retaining clear focus.
  • A sense of urgency in addressing issues. Ability to organize and meet deadlines for a wide variety of job assignments.
  • The ability to effectively lead a team, maintaining a positive, supportive, empowering, proactive and can-do attitude towards work and co-workers in fulfilling the mission of the company.
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