Assistant Controller

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller for a Central Ohio manufacturing organization to oversee accounting, financial controls, and reporting in a fast-paced environment.

You will partner with Operations and IT leadership, support budgeting and forecasting, and drive process improvements while ensuring GAAP compliance and timely audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or college diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA/CMA/CGA) preferred.
• 5+ years of post-qualification accounting experience within a manufacturing environment required.
• Automotive or auto-parts manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Strong Microsoft Office and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting processes, financial controls, reconciliations, and reporting to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Manage cash flow activities, including accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable, and disbursements.
• Support budgeting, business planning, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Develop and maintain effective internal controls and procedures to safeguard company assets and improve operational efficiency.
• Partner with Operations, Finance, and IT leadership on financial systems, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with applicable manufacturing and quality standards.
• Provide financial insight and support to operational leaders and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and confidential financial records and ensure administrative responsibilities are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Participate in employee performance management and other special projects as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA/CGA preferred

Job description

Assistant Controller – Manufacturing

Location: Central Ohio
Industry: Automotive / Manufacturing

Position Summary

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to oversee key accounting and financial control activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with Operations and Finance leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, effective cash management, and continuous process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting processes, financial controls, reconciliations, and reporting to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP and company policies.

• Manage cash flow activities, including accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable, and disbursements.

• Support budgeting, business planning, forecasting, and financial analysis.

• Develop and maintain effective internal controls and procedures to safeguard company assets and improve operational efficiency.

• Partner with Operations, Finance, and IT leadership on financial systems, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.

• Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with applicable manufacturing and quality standards.

• Provide financial insight and support to operational leaders and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain accurate and confidential financial records and ensure administrative responsibilities are completed accurately and on schedule.

• Participate in employee performance management and other special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.

• Professional accounting designation (CPA/CMA/CGA) preferred.

• 5+ years of post-qualification accounting experience within a manufacturing environment required.

• Automotive or auto-parts manufacturing experience strongly preferred.

• Strong Microsoft Office and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

What’s Offered

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, profit sharing, bonus opportunities, paid time off and holidays, tuition reimbursement, disability and life insurance, HSA/FSA options, and additional employee programs.