Assistant Controller

Zim-Aircraft-Cabin-Solutions; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Zim-Aircraft-Cabin-Solutions is seeking an Assistant Controller to manage daily accounting operations, oversee the general ledger, and supervise staff to ensure accurate month-end close and compliant reporting.

The role includes monitoring job costing, inventory valuation, internal controls, and regulatory compliance, with cross-department collaboration to support decision-making. Strong Excel and accounting software skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting/Finance required; CPA or postgrad degree a plus but not required.
• Minimum five years of general accounting or financial analysis experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Strong analytical and interpretation skills; capable of presenting to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily accounting operations and support month-end close.
• Provide direction to the general ledger, including analyses, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Supervise staff and ensure accurate job costing and inventory valuation.
• Prepare schedules and documentation for external year-end audits and inventory oversight.
• Support treasury functions and banking platform activities.
• Ensure compliance with state/local tax filings and internal accounting policies.
• Monitor internal controls to minimize financial risk and safeguard assets.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial data for decision-making.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership/people management

Excel proficiency

Communication

Continuous improvement

English proficiency

Education

BA/BS in Accounting/Finance

CPA or related advanced degree (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Job Summary:

An Assistant Controlleris responsible for the daily accounting operations, general ledger maintenance, and ensuring US GAAP/IFRS compliance. In addition, the role will supervise staff, support month-end close, monitor job costing/inventory valuation, maintain internal controls and assist in regulatory compliance.

Essential Job Duties:

• Assist with the timely financial close process and support of the periodic forecast/budget cycles
• Support the day-to-day operations of the accounting team
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounts Payable
  • Payroll
  • Cash Management
• Provide direction and oversight to all aspects of the general ledger, including analysis, reconciliations, and journal entries
  • Manage the general ledger and ensure proper coding of transactions
  • Perform account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial records
  • Verify the accuracy of all job costs as well as the reconciliation of all subledgers to the general ledger (A/P, A/R, cash management, equipment, payroll)
• Prepare schedules and documentation for external year-end audit, including annual Physical Inventory oversight
• Support Treasury functions within banking platforms
• Ensure compliance with applicable state, and local tax filings (sales & use tax, real and personal property taxes, and 1099)
• Monitor and enforce compliance with accounting policies and procedures
• Monitor and develop internal controls to minimize financial risk and identify areas of opportunity to better safeguard assets
• Collaborate with other departments to gather financial data and support decision-making processes
• Manage and perform other duties consistent with the role of accounting professional

Secondary Duties:

Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

Minimum:

• BA/BS Undergraduate degree in Accounting/Finance or with strong relevant experience. CPA or post graduate finance degree a plus but not required.
• Minimum five years general accounting or financial analysis experience (preferably in a manufacturing company environment).
• Strong analytical and interpretation skills
• Proven ability to manage individuals to provide robust data and maintain reporting timelines
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft software applications
• Individual should be a self-starter requiring minimum supervision and able to work to deliver on schedule
• Ability to coherently present to stakeholders in written form and verbally
• Inquisitive mindset looking for continuous improvementand confidence promoting change
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language

Physical Requirements:

• Normal office environment where approximately 80% of work is performed in a sitting position with the remaining time walking and moving around the office and manufacturing areas.
• Duties require normal mental and visual attention along with manual coordination for keyboard operations.
• Normal duties involve typical office duties that consist of stretching, reaching, and stooping with lifting typically limited to 10-20 lbs. maximum
• Normal or corrected hearing and vision are required.
• Occasional exposure to manufacturing areas for meetings and other functions.