Ass't Controller

Dover-Corporation; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Wellness programs

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Dover-Corporation, including MPG in Salisbury, Maryland, seeks an Hands-on Assistant Plant Controller to support the location management team and corporate requirements. You will handle financial close, cost accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, asset safeguarding and supervising staff.

Responsibilities include monthly close, internal controls, GAAP compliance and providing financial analysis for projects and ventures.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance and CPA certification.
• 5+ years of financial/accounting experience with progressive responsibility.
• Strong communication skills and GAAP knowledge.
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard assets and implement internal controls across all departments.
• Oversee accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing, collections, inventory, fixed assets and cost accounting.
• Manage monthly close, journal entries, reconciliations and GAAP-compliant reporting.
• Collaborate with peer controllers and corporate staff to share best practices.
• Produce timely monthly financial records and align plans with organizational goals.
• Provide financial analysis for ventures, projects and capital expenditures.
• Interface with outside auditors, banks and insurance providers.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Budgeting and forecasting

Education

BA/BS in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic. Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Hands-on Assistant Plant Controller position supports the location management team and corporate requirements related to financial close, cost accounting, reporting and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, safeguarding assets and supervising support staff. Serves as a financial advisor to the company providing financial analysis and planning, budget control, accounting methods and profit and loss reporting. Reviews, analyzes and interprets all financial and budget reports. Supervises team members including hiring, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, etc. to ensure accurate and timely performance of all basic accounting functions. Manages internal control review by corporate headquarters.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safeguard assets and assure accurate and timely recording of all transactions by implementing disciplines of internal audits, controls and checks across all departments
• Manage the accuracy and productivity of day-to-day activities of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, customer credits and collections, perpetual inventory integrity, fixed asset records, general & entity accounting, and cost accounting
• Responsible for monthly close including preparing journal entries and account reconciliations, reviewing financial statements, ensuring accuracy and GAAP compliance and preparing management and operational reports
• Interact with peer controllers and corporate staff to share ideas and develop best practices across the organization
• Develop, improve and issue timely monthly financial records for Group Controller and Corporate; Assure financial plans are consistent with organizational goals
• Provide financial analysis tools to evaluate company ventures or special projects, programs, capital expenditures, products costing, etc. when necessary
• Interface with outside audit firms(s), banks, casualty/liability insurance agent(s), credit card companies, and collection agencies

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY:

• BA/BS degree in Accounting or Finance and CPA.
• Greater than 5 years' experience in a financial/accounting position with progressive responsibility.
• Written and verbal communicate skills with the ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries.
• Mathematical skills required with emphasis on the ability to prepare budgets, financial reports and analysis.
• Apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, etc.
• Extensive computer skills with the ability to prepare spreadsheets, charts, word documents, power point presentations, etc.
• Ability to apply logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Proficient in all financial/accounting areas.

Essential skills:

• Self-starter with strong initiative and communication skills
• Team player, able to relate and interact with people at all levels in the Company
• Detail oriented with excellent technical and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to achieve quality results in an efficient and timely manner
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, organizing, prioritizing and communicating effectively
• Strong ERP and computer skills

Pay Range:

USD 90000 - 110000 Annually

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits:

Benefits For This Position Include:

• A 401(K) Savings Plan With Employer Contributions
• Medical, Dental And Vision Insurance
• Wellness Programs
• Health Savings Account, Health Care And Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability And Long-Term Disability
• Company Paid Employee Basic Life And Ad&D Insurance
• Supplemental Employee And Dependent Life Insurance
• Optional Accident, Hospital Indemnity And Critical Illness Insurance
• Adoption, Surrogacy, And Fertility Benefits And Assistance
• Commuter Benefits
• Parental, Military, Jury Duty, And Bereavement Leaves Of Absence
• Paid Time Off, Including Up To 10 Paid Holidays Per Calendar Year Based Off Schedule, Paid Vacation Days, 40 Paid Sick Leave Hours Annually Or As Provided Under State And Local Paid Sick Leave Laws, Tuition Assistance
• Business Travel Services
• Employee Discounts
• And An Employee Assistance Program That Includes Company Paid Counseling Sessions And Legal Services

Eligibility For Benefits Is Governed By Applicable Plan Documents And Policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.