Assistant Controller

Socket.dev; Agawam (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

PacAero Agawam is seeking a hands-on Assistant Controller to lead day-to-day accounting for Agawam and Norton sites. You will partner with site leadership, manage month-end close, budgeting, inventory, and internal controls, and drive process improvements.

This is an on-site role in Agawam, MA, with close collaboration to the General Manager and Corporate Finance. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of manufacturing accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and proficiency with ERP systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance; preferred.
• 5+ years progressive accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements per GAAP.
• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Support internal and external audits and cost accounting.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and KPI tracking.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Build your career with a growing aerospace manufacturer.

PacAero Agawam (formerly Litron), part of Arxis, manufactures mission-critical components and assemblies for the aerospace, defense, industrial, and medical markets. Our Agawam facility brings together advanced CNC machining, RF/microwave package integration, hermetic sealing, laser welding, plating, and other specialized manufacturing capabilities.

We're a growing team of approximately 80 employees, which means this isn't a role where you disappear into a large corporate finance department. You'll be close to the business, work directly with site leadership, and have the opportunity to see the impact of your work.

The Opportunity

PacAero is looking for a hands-on, analytical Assistant Controller to lead day-to-day accounting and financial operations for our Agawam and Norton, Massachusetts business units.

Based primarily in Agawam, this role will oversee accounting activities across both locations, provide leadership and direction to accounting team members at each site, and partner closely with site leadership, the Block Controller, and Corporate Finance. This position reports to the PacAero Agawam General Manager.

This is a highly visible role for someone who enjoys being close to the business - understanding what is happening on the manufacturing floor, connecting operations to financial performance, strengthening processes and controls, and helping leaders make informed business decisions.

The Assistant Controller will support month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, inventory and manufacturing accounting, cost analysis, internal controls, audit requirements, and other key financial activities across both business units.

Limited travel to our Norton, Massachusetts facility is required (less than 10%).

Why PacAero?

We want our employees to have a strong benefits package and time to enjoy life outside of work. Our benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a 100% company match on the first 4%
• Employer HSA contributions
• PTO plus separate paid sick time
• 12 paid holidays - including your birthday
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Opportunities for professional growth
• This position is bonus eligible

You'll be joining a growing organization where you can work closely with the people running the business, take ownership of meaningful work, and help shape how we operate as we continue to grow.

This position is full-time, onsite in Agawam, MA.

Requirements

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company standards.
• Oversee general ledger, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Manage cost accounting processes, including standard and job costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.
• Assist with management of fixed assets including depreciation and capital reporting

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the development of annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Monitor and report on forecast-to-actual variances.
• Assist in preparing financial analysis to support operational decision-making.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement

• Help implement and maintain effective internal controls over financial reporting.
• Prepare and track monthly financial KPIs.
• Identify and recommend process improvements for efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure SOX compliance where applicable.

Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Operations, Contracts, Program Management, and Supply Chain.

Education/Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Excellent knowledge and competency with Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Proficiency in ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP.

Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills while working with internal and external customers.
• Strong attention to detail and superior follow-up skills.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the total accounting cycle and an orientation toward profitability.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environment and balance multiple work assignments.
• Works well in team environment- supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Adheres to the policy and procedures of the company -supports the company's goals and values.