Assistant Controller

TalentCompass; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global distributor is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee accounting activities and ensure compliance with GAAP. This role involves leading a team of accountants, driving process improvements, and managing audits. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in accounting and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Exceptional communication skills and familiarity with ERP software are essential. This full-time position is located in Columbia, MO.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in public or private accounting, preferably in manufacturing or distribution.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee GAAP accounting activities and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead a team of accountants and drive process improvements.
• Manage audits and complex accounting matters.

Skills

Public or private accounting experience

Strong communication skills

Financial analysis

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

ERP Software (e.g., Netsuite, SAP, Oracle, Epicor)

Job description

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Base pay range

$120,000/yr - $130,000/yr

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Company Background

Our client is a leading global distributor specializing in safety equipment, tools, and solutions. With locations across the U.S. and Canada, they serve clients in industries ranging from construction to telecommunications. Their team excels in providing customized, top-quality safety solutions to their clients, earning them recognition as an INC Magazine Best Place to Work and an INC 500 company.

The Position

The Assistant Controller oversees all GAAP accounting activities across the company’s business entities while ensuring regulatory compliance and strong internal controls. This role leads and develops a team of accountants through coaching and mentoring, fostering clarity, accountability, and individual success. The Assistant Controller drives process improvements through people, systems, and the creation of internal SOPs. Additionally, this position may support the integration of newly acquired businesses.

Primary responsibilities include

• Lead and develop a high-performing accounting team to deliver a timely, accurate GAAP close while fostering collaboration, accountability, and strong customer service.


• Drive continuous process improvement by identifying inefficiencies, reducing manual work, and evaluating new technologies to accelerate close and improve reporting quality.


• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls, supporting the Corporate Controller with year-end audits and complex accounting matters.


• Apply strong financial acumen to interpret key financial indicators, identify risks or issues, and develop actionable solutions from analysis through execution.


• Optimize accounting workflows by managing complex information, exercising sound judgment, and operating independently with minimal supervision.


• Act as a proactive problem-solver and “financial detective,” anticipating challenges, presenting findings, and seeing initiatives through to completion.


• Build and energize effective teams by setting clear expectations, empowering decision-making, and maintaining high standards of integrity and urgency.


• Leverage technology and digital tools to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across accounting operations.

Qualifications and Candidate Background

• 7+ years’ experience in public or private accounting. Familiar with manufacturing and/or distribution preferred but not required.


• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.


• CPA is preferred but not required.


• Experience with ERP Software (e.g., Netsuite, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, etc.).


• Outstanding oral and written communication skills. Ability to convey ideas and thoughts with clarity, confidence, and respectfulness.

Location

• This position is in Columbia, MO.

Contact

For more information, contact our Recruiting Coordinator: Micaella Anama at [e-mail] and please reference job number 3649 in your email.

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Finance and Accounting / Auditing

Industries

Public Safety