Assistant Controller

Jobot; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

6 holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Short-term disability

Lunch provided daily

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an Assistant Controller (CPA) to partner with the Controller in Reno. The role focuses on managing daily accounting operations, including payroll, AP/AR, and the general ledger, while ensuring GAAP compliance and timely financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervision, and a CPA/CMA is preferred. The position offers health benefits, a 401(k) match, and generous PTO, plus opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience overseeing payroll, multi-state tax compliance, and financial reporting.
• High proficiency in ERP software and advanced Microsoft Excel; Google Workspace a plus.
• Strong analytical, detail orientation, and clear communication skills.
• Polished interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Controller in managing daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and the general ledger.
• Train, mentor, and assist with performance evaluations for accounting staff.
• Ensure all financial operations comply with multi-state and federal laws, as well as GAAP standards.
• Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Organize internal data and act as secondary contact for external auditors during year-end reviews.
• Collaborate with the Controller to develop and implement financial strategies and forecasts.
• Develop and maintain internal accounting controls to protect company assets and mitigate risk.
• Evaluate existing procedures to implement more efficient solutions.
• Support ERP implementation, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Accounting

Payroll management

GAAP knowledge

Excel (advanced)

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

ERP software

Job description

Job details:

Assistant Controller - CPA

Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is an on-demand, custom sheet metal and CNC machining manufacturing company with facilities in Reno, Nev., Paris, Ky., and Arlington, Texas serving the United States and Canada.

Why join us

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• 401(k) match up to 4%
• Paid time off
• 6 Company-Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term Disability
• Lunch Provided Daily
• Employee Discounts!
• Flexible Schedule for Work/Life Balance

Job Details

Our business is built on reliability, accountability, quality, and constant improvement. Everyone here plays a real role in our success. We value people who are collaborative, innovative, and committed to detailed high-quality work. We’re scaling fast and building the future of manufacturing. If you’re excited to join the team and grow with us, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Do

• Assist the Controller in managing the daily operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and the general ledger.
• Train, mentor, and assist with providing performance evaluations for all accounting staff.
• Ensure all financial operations comply with multi-state, and federal laws, as well as GAAP standards
• Prepare, review, and analyze accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead the prompt and accurate execution of month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Organize internal data and act as the secondary point of contact for external auditors during year-end reviews.
• Collaborate with the Controller to develop and implement financial strategies and forecasts.
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal accounting controls to protect company assets and mitigate financial risk.
• Evaluate existing procedures to recommend or implement more efficient solutions.
• Support ERP implementation, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience overseeing payroll, multi-state sales and use tax compliance, and financial reporting.
• High proficiency in ERP software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Google Workspace is a plus.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving abilities, high attention to detail, and clear communication skills.
• Polished interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience in manufacturing or a similar industry is preferred but not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA designation
• Experience implementing or working in NetSuite
• Experience in a manufacturing or inventory-based environment
• Advanced knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting, including 3+ years of supervisory experience

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