Assistant Controller

DEUTZ Corporation

Norcross (GA)

On-site

USD 130,000 - 140,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading company in machinery manufacturing seeks an Assistant Controller in Norcross, GA. This role entails overseeing the Accounts Payable department and managing the financial close process to ensure accurate reporting and compliance. Candidates must possess a strong background in accounting, familiar with IFRS and experience in a manufacturing environment, along with excellent leadership and organizational skills.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in public accounting with a leadership role.
Strong knowledge of IFRS accounting principles.
3+ years in the manufacturing industry.

Responsibilities

Manage accounting activities including accounts payable and fixed assets.
Ensure accurate financial closes and prepare reports.
Develop internal controls and collaborate with auditors.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

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DEUTZ is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of innovative drive systems. Its core competences are the development, production, distribution and servicing of diesel, gas and electric drivetrains for professional applications that is used in construction equipment, agricultural machinery, material handling equipment, stationary equipment, commercial vehicles, rail vehicles and other applications.

Location: Norcross

Working Hours

DEUTZ is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of innovative drive systems. Its core competences are the development, production, distribution and servicing of diesel, gas and electric drivetrains for professional applications that is used in construction equipment, agricultural machinery, material handling equipment, stationary equipment, commercial vehicles, rail vehicles and other applications.

Job Summary

POSITION SUMMARY: The Assistant Controller will oversee the Accounts Payable department and will play a key role in managing the financial close process, internal controls, and financial statement preparation. This role is critical to ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and driving process improvements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Assistant Controller will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

Manage and direct accounting activities, including prepaids, accounts payable, lease accounting, fixed assets, and accruals
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes
Develop and enforce strong internal controls in compliance with IFRS
Prepare monthly financial reporting packages, analyzing variances and identifying trends
Collaborate with the Controller to establish and implement accounting policies
Work closely with Accounting colleagues in Germany on group reporting
Partner with Controller in leading in the coordination of both internal and external auditors during the audit processes, managing audit timelines, preparing necessary documentation and addressing audit inquiries.
Drive process improvements to streamline the close cycle and enhance reporting efficiency
Assist with accounting for non-routine transactions and collaborate with the technical accounting teams as needed
Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development for the Accounts Payable team
Lead efforts to optimize accounting systems and technology in collaboration with the financial systems team
Maintain high quality account reconciliations and review journal entries
Prepare bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
Supervise the preparation and review of expense reports
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

Travel Demands: Anticipated domestic and international travel is approximately 0-10% depending on business needs.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Required

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Preferred

Description

X

5+ years in of combined experience in public accounting with demonstrated leadership in accounting roles

X

Strong knowledge of IFRS accounting principles

X

Big 4 / Audit Firm Accounting Experience

X

3+ years of experience in manufacturing industry

X

Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting or Finance

X

Experience With S AP Strongly Preferred

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED SKILLS:

Computer literacy, MS Excel in particular (familiarity with VLOOKUPs and pivot tables)
Effective and professional oral and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and re-prioritize effectively
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, rapidly changing environments, while effectively managing multiple tasks and deadlines
Strong interpersonal Skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships across departments and with employees, managers, and customers.
Attention to detail and strong analytical skills

Language Ability

Read, analyze and interpret business, professional, technical or governmental documents. Write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers and the public.

Mathematical Ability

Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Compute rate, ratio and percent, and draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in an office. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described here to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Demand Requirement

Frequency

Concentration

Daily

Sitting

Daily

Communication

Daily

Vision

Daily

Verbal

Daily

Standing

Daily

Hearing/Listening

Daily

Lifting

Daily

Bending

Daily

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

EEO Statement

DEUTZ is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the bases of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Applicants will be considered regardless of their race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, DEUTZ also has a strong corporate commitment to inclusion.

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