Assistant Controller

Atsali Search LLC; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 94,500 - 115,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan

Job summary

Atsali Search LLC is looking for an Assistant Controller in Butler, PA to join their finance team. This newly created position offers strong visibility to leadership while supporting a growing private equity-backed manufacturing firm.

As part of the role, you will lead accounting processes and month-end close, collaborate with operations teams, and help strengthen financial controls. A comprehensive benefits package is included, alongside a competitive salary of up to $105,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, particularly in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proven ability to analyze data and communicate insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing process.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy.
• Partner with leadership for accurate cost accounting.

Skills

Accounting experience

Manufacturing and cost accounting

GAAP knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP experience

Job description

Location: Butler

Reports To: VP of Finance

Compensation: Up to $105,000 base salary + discretionary bonus

Overview

A growing, private equity-backed manufacturing organization is seeking an Assistant Controller to join its North American finance team. This is a newly created position driven by continued growth and offers strong visibility to leadership along with a clear path for advancement.

This role will partner closely with the VP of Finance and operations leadership to strengthen accounting processes, lead the month-end close, and enhance financial controls across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead key components of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process
• Prepare and review journal entries, including accruals, reclasses, and inventory-related entries
• Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies
• Assist in preparing internal financial reporting and variance analysis
• Support audit processes and ensure timely and accurate documentation

Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance

• Partner with plant leadership to ensure accurate cost accounting and inventory valuation
• Analyze material, labor, and overhead variances, providing actionable insights
• Support standard cost updates, cost roll-ups, and inventory processes
• Evaluate manufacturing performance, including cost drivers such as freight, scrap, and operational efficiency

Controls & Process Improvement

• Help strengthen internal controls and standardize accounting processes across locations
• Identify and implement process improvements within accounting and reporting workflows
• Support ERP enhancements and financial system improvements

Leadership

• Provide guidance and oversight to junior accounting staff
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and leadership teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including manufacturing and cost accounting
• Strong understanding of GAAP, inventory accounting, and month-end close processes
• Advanced Excel skills; ERP experience preferred
• Proven ability to analyze data and communicate financial insights clearly
• Hands‑on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Key Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to partner effectively with operations and leadership
• Ownership mindset with a focus on accountability
• Team Structure: Small accounting team with multi-state presence
• Travel: Minimal (1–2 trips annually)

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and other standard offerings