Assistant Controller

ABL WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTORS; Kentucky; On-site; USD 69,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Salary: $69,000-$75,000, based on опыт

Job summary

ABL Wholesale Distributors is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee daily accounting processes, enhance internal controls, and provide accurate financial reporting. You will manage the general ledger, close cycles, journal entries, and tax-related tasks while supervising AR/AP.

Collaboration with inventory and finance teams is essential to ensure precise reporting. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in corporate accounting, a Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required.
• 5-7 years of relevant work experience; corporate accounting experience preferred.
• Experience with accounting software and databases; AS400 experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage the general ledger and month-end and year-end close processes.
• Perform routine account analysis and prepare journal entries.
• Prepare financial statements and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Perform routine banking transactions through online banking platforms.
• Supervise daily accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
• Order cigarette tax stamps and prepare and submit related tax returns.
• Assist inventory reporting with the Inventory Manager.
• Provide backup support for accounts receivable and accounts payable as needed.
• Analyze and evaluate internal controls and recommend improvements.

Skills

Accounting principles

Data analysis

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Corporate accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

AS400

Job description

Assistant Controller

For over 50 years, ABL Wholesale Distributors has been a premier single-source distributor serving retailers throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. We are currently seeking an Assistant Controller to join our team.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional who will support the Company's accounting department by overseeing daily accounting processes, maintaining internal controls, and providing accurate financial reporting and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage the general ledger and month-end and year-end close processes
• Perform routine account analysis and prepare journal entries
• Prepare financial statements and balance sheet reconciliations
• Perform routine banking transactions through online banking platforms
• Supervise daily accounts receivable and accounts payable functions
• Order cigarette tax stamps and prepare and submit related tax returns
• Participate in monthly inventory and partner with the Inventory Manager to support accurate inventory reporting
• Provide backup support for accounts receivable and accounts payable functions as needed
• Analyze and evaluate internal controls and recommend improvements when necessary
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned based on business needs

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and procedures
• Experience with accounting software and databases; AS400 experience is a plus
• Strong data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• 5-7 years of relevant work experience; corporate accounting experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Salary: $69,000-$75,000, based on experience