Assistant Controller

Ghj; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghj is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to oversee all accounting operations and drive strategic financial decisions. The role partners with executive leadership to improve processes and ensure GAAP-compliant reporting.

The candidate will lead month-end close, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls while supporting long-term growth and regulatory reporting. A hands-on finance leader with strong mentoring skills is ideal for this expanding manufacturing company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Experience leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Strong internal controls, policies, and procedures knowledge.
• Ability to partner with executive leadership and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare accurate financial statements and ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support business decisions
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
• Manage cash flow and support long-term financial planning initiatives
• Coordinate external audits and oversee tax and regulatory reporting
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and strategic recommendations
• Lead and develop the accounting team while driving continuous process improvements

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Education

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

Job description

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to oversee financial operations and help drive strategic business decisions. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys partnering with executive leadership, improving financial processes, and making a meaningful impact in a growing organization.

The Assistant Controller will lead all accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance activities while ensuring the integrity of the company's financial operations. This role combines day-to-day accounting leadership with strategic financial planning to support operational excellence and long-term growth.

• Oversee all accounting operations, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare accurate financial statements and ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support business decisions
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
• Manage cash flow and support long-term financial planning initiatives
• Coordinate external audits and oversee tax and regulatory reporting
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and strategic recommendations
• Lead and develop the accounting team while driving continuous process improvements
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required