Assistant Controller

LeoForce; City of Elmira (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

Hybrid remote schedule

Health, Dental, Vision partially paid

Generous PTO and Holiday schedule

401k with match

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking an Assistant Controller to join our growing manufacturing-focused finance team. You will work directly with the CFO and senior management to safeguard financial integrity, contributions to strategic planning, and timely reporting.

The role requires 5+ years in accounting within manufacturing, strong GAAP knowledge, QuickBooks expertise, and leadership capabilities. Hybrid schedule with competitive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Expertise with QuickBooks and other financial software.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and data analysis abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and data-driven decision making.
• Interpersonal and communication skills across all levels of the org.
• Integrity, dependability, and results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and executive presence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing financial reports, statements, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and standards.
• Guide financial decisions using company policies in current economic contexts.
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines.
• Achieve budget objectives by analyzing variances and taking corrective actions.
• Support year-end audits preparation.
• Assist in implementing new accounting policies and procedures.
• Support internal control structures for accurate reporting.
• Assist with general ledger, payroll, A/P and A/R, and cash management.
• Support CFO to ensure proper recording, filing, and reporting of financial transactions.

Skills

Accounting proficiency

GAAP knowledge

Excel

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

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

Tools

QuickBooks

Other financial software

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Manager

Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year

Job Details

As a permanent Assistant Controller in our growing company, you will play a pivotal role in the financial management and strategic planning of our organization. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our company. You will be working closely with the CFO and other senior management members to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of our financial operations. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities:

1. Assisting in the preparation of financial reports such as financial statements and budget performance.
2. Ensuring compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements and professional standards.
3. Guiding financial decisions by applying company policies and procedures to current economic landscape.
4. Developing, implementing, and maintaining financial controls and guidelines.
5. Achieving budget objectives by scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions.
6. Providing support in the preparation of year-end audits.
7. Assisting in the implementation of new accounting policies and procedures.
8. Participating in the development and support of internal control structures to ensure accurate financial reporting.
9. Assisting with the management of the general ledger system, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and cash management.
10. Supporting the CFO in ensuring all financial transactions are properly recorded, filed, and reported.

Qualifications:

1. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting within the Manufacturing industry
3. Expertise in using QuickBooks and other financial software.
4. Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial data analysis.
5. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven business decisions.
6. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
7. High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
8. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
9. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially in Excel.
10. Demonstrated leadership ability, confidence, and executive presence – ability to motivate staff.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and ambitious professional to join a rapidly expanding team. If you are passionate about financial management and looking for a challenging role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you!

A bit about us:

Rapidly growing, small company

Why join us?

• Opportunity for career advancement/ growth
• Hybrid remote schedule
• Laid back company culture with solid financial backing and long term growth trajectory
• Health, Dental, Vision partially paid by employer
• Generous PTO and Holiday schedule
• 401k with match