Assistant, Controller

Role Summary: This person will report directly to the VP, U.S. Controller and oversee all Finance Operations and General Ledger Accounting. As the Assistant Controller, you will be responsible for various tasks, including, month-end close, formulating internal controls and policies, preparing financial statements, managing journal entries, assisting in budgeting, and forecasting, and reviewing accounting information for accuracy and supporting the Controller and Chief Financial Officer. Additionally, this role will utilize and optimize the ERP system to analyze data and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the financial reporting and control processes of NOVONIX. In the role of Assistant Controller, you will be joining a world-class Finance team that delivers innovative solutions to tough problems. This position is fully onsite and working from our Riverside-Chattanooga office location. Currently, the working hours for this role are Monday through Friday, dayshift hours. Please note that as our company evolves, working arrangements, locations, and hours may change to meet business needs. Responsibilities include:• Oversee and manage the accurate and timely close of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting and closing activities in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”), including, but not limited to:  o Prepare, analyze, and consolidate monthly, quarterly, annual financial reportsthat include appropriate key performance indicators (KPI’s)o Researching accounting issues for compliance with IFRS, as neededo Coordinate and assist with the preparation of regulatory reporting • Ensure compliance with all debt covenant reporting requirements• Lead, direct, and manage the following functions: accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and general accounting• Follow changes in regulations and compiling reports regarding compliance issues, standards, and accounting practices• Formulate and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls to comply with Sarbanes Oxley (“SO X”) and establish best practices• Serve as a liaison to external and internal auditors • Collaborate closely with other Departments operations teams to update and ensure Fixed Assets are being properly recorded• Collaborate closely with Finance Team to maintain outstanding financial health for NOVONIX• Continually improve financial systems and procedures to provide timely reporting of operating metrics and financial results• Develop processes that better analyze and translate data into thoughtful action items and recommend strategies to enhance financial performance• Assist with the development and evaluation of the budget for Finance Operations and General Accounting department• Assist in the preparation of the cash forecast • Review grant reimbursements and manage grant reporting and policies• Partner with direct reports to improve skill sets and to provide career guidance• Other duties as assigned You are:• A graduate with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or an equivalent discipline• A holder of a CPA and/or CMA certificate• A professional with 5 years of progressive accounting experience in supervisory roles, including a combination of public and corporate accounting, month-end close and GAAP and/or IFRS• Familiar with working in a manufacturing environment• Experienced in managing transaction-based activities• Knowledgeable in SOX compliance• Experienced in implementing new systems• Comfortable with ambiguity and changing environments • Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously• Persuasive and good at negotiating • Consultative and engaging, able to influence senior leaders • An effective communicator • Collaborative • A highly motivated self-starter who takes initiative • Well organized and invested in the details • Able to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization• An effective coach and mentor • An action-oriented problem solver• Resourceful when it comes to solving problems• Passionate about creating a great culture • Passionate about continuous improvement • A critical thinker able to manage complex information• Willing to go the extra mile to get the job done and satisfy customers/stakeholders • Proficient in Microsoft 365 Extra awesome if you also have: • A master’s degree in accounting or MBA with a concentration in accounting is highly desirable• Technical Accounting experience• Oracle or large ERP experience (understanding process flow)• Experience working for a public company• Experience with Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) Reporting• Ability to travel to Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada• Familiar with 1099 Reporting