Assistant Controller

Zaddy Solutions is searching for an Assistant Controller on behalf of a client. This role is direct hire, and hybrid located in Point of Rocks, MD.

Job Title: Assistant Controller

Location: Point of Rocks, MD (Hybrid)

• Hybrid Work Schedule – Enjoy the flexibility of working from home 3 days a week!
• Profit-Sharing & Bonuses – Your hard work is rewarded through profit-sharing and performance-based bonuses.
• Career Growth & Advancement – At the client, your voice matters. Grow your career quickly with opportunities for leadership and professional development.

If you're seeking a dynamic and supportive work environment where your expertise makes a tangible impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting & Compliance: Lead and support management in ensuring compliance with financial reporting standards, particularly focusing on key controls over financial reporting.
• Audit Leadership: Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external audits, providing subject matter expertise during both interim and year-end financial statement audits and quality of earnings analyses.
• Monthly & Annual Reporting: Prepare, review, and ensure the accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with US GAAP.
• External Audit Coordination: Manage the external audit process, including responding to audit inquiries and preparing documentation for review.
• Bank Covenant & Debt Compliance: Monitor compliance with bank covenants and debt agreements to ensure alignment with financial regulations.
• Balance Sheet Oversight: Oversee balance sheet accounting by reconciling accounts, analyzing variances, and ensuring proper internal controls and documentation.
• Systems Enhancement: Drive improvements in financial reporting systems, including Jet, Dynamics, and Power BI, by creating and optimizing reports, dashboards, and queries.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and develop junior accountants, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture.
• Policy Implementation: Research, document, and implement accounting policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance operational efficiency.
• Additional Duties: Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by management to support business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA required.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a preference for experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Expertise: Deep understanding of US GAAP, accounting standards, and applicable regulations.
• Audit Experience: Previous experience in auditing is strongly preferred.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and resolve complex issues with attention to detail.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders across the organization.
• Team-Oriented: Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and build strong, productive working relationships.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid Schedule: Typically 2 days per week onsite at our office, with the remaining days working remotely.
• Office Setting: Modern office environment with regular exposure to computer screens.