Assistant Controller

Our privately held client is seeking a talented and proactive Assistant Controller. This role will be ON-SITE in Charlotte, NC.

This role demands a strong grasp of GAAP and actively contributes to the team by mentoring colleagues and building effective working relationships with individuals across the organization.

Your Mission:

• Drive Financial Accuracy: Oversee the monthly close, ensuring precise recording of financial activities and the timely preparation and review of key financial documents.
• Fuel Strategic Insights: Analyze financial performance against targets and prior periods, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement to inform critical business decisions.
• Empower the Team: Coach and develop accounting team members, fostering their professional growth and collaborative spirit.
• Optimize Financial Processes: Contribute to the design and implementation of robust accounting policies, practices, and controls across the organization.
• Collaborate on Company Initiatives: Participate in cross-functional projects, bringing your financial expertise to the table.
• Be a Key Resource: Support the Director of Accounting with audit and tax-related inquiries.
• Embrace New Challenges: Tackle diverse tasks as needed to support the finance function.

What You'll Bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting (Master's a plus, CPA highly valued).
• 8 years of progressive accounting experience with a strong grasp of GAAP.
• Bonus points for experience in manufacturing or distribution.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor accounting teams.
• Advanced mastery of Microsoft Excel.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Business Central).
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with sound judgment.
• A commitment to continuous learning, teamwork, and delivering high-quality results.
• Demonstrated initiative, accuracy, and integrity, with flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement after initial onboarding.

Our client values a healthy work-life balance and fosters a collaborative mentality focused on growth and success. The compensation package includes a competitive base salary, a bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.