Assistant Controller

Park Aerospace Corp.; Newton (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Park Aerospace Corp. is seeking an Assistant Controller/Plant Controller to support month-end close, manage AP/AR, payroll and GL functions in a manufacturing setting.

Under the direction of the Corporate Controller, this onsite role will help develop policies, provide financial reporting, and supervise staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations and Park Aerospace policies. Relocation not offered.

Qualifications

• S. Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Five or more years of progressive responsibility in accounting preferably in aerospace manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily accounting activities and month-end close.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger.
• Support audits and internal reporting schedules.
• Develop and implement policies for financial processes and procedures.
• Train and supervise accounting staff and coordinate with other departments.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

General ledger

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Auditing support

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Park Aerospace is entering an exciting phase of growth, innovation, and opportunity.

As we continue to strengthen our leadership in the aerospace and defense industries, our mission is to strive for Greatness in advanced composite materials and structures. We are searching for talented individuals to join our expanding team and help us shape the future of aerospace.

If you are driven by challenge and inspired by innovation, Park Aerospace offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact on the industry.

Join us to build your career, grow professionally, and be part of a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace technology.

Job Summary

Under general direction of the Controller, the Assistant Controller/Plant Controller is responsible for assisting month-end close, assisting financial activities and overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivables, payroll, and general ledger accounting functions on a daily basis. This position will assist to develop and initiate systems, policies and procedures for transaction financial matters and ensure that the financial system is accurate, efficient and in accordance with professional accounting practices, governmental regulations and Park Aerospace policies and procedures. In addition, the Assistant Controller will participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports, which may include acquisitions and business unit support on an as needed basis.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists the Corporate Controller in the daily banking requirements.
• Works with the Corporate Controller to ensure clean and timely audits.
• Assists with various consolidated internal reporting schedules on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis.
• Compile and maintain the global data base of customer credit information for the purpose of identifying potential changes to credit exposures, and monitor customer accounts receivable aging relative to established credit limits.
• Responsible for the monthly physical inventory process.
• Work with manufacturing operations to communicate and investigate manufacturing variances, maintain Bills of Materials and process inventory transactions.
• Assist with monitoring and analyzing department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Assists the accounting staff and other departments regarding the handling of non-routine transactions by researching and interpreting accounting policies, applying observations, and recommendations to operational issues.
• Prepare and review account reconciliations for the entire organization.
• Provides training to new and existing staff as needed, monitors progress and advocates for Park Aerospace's Culture.
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.
• This position is onsite - 5 days/week.
• Relocation is not offered for this role.

Education/Experience/Skills Required

• S. Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Five or more years of progressive responsibility in accounting preferably in aerospace manufacturing.

Physical Requirements

• This position requires normal dexterity, speech and hearing. Specific vision abilities required by this job require frequent use of a computer monitor
• Be willing and able to travel both domestically and internationally, if needed.

Salary: $90000 - $100000 per year