Assistant Controller

Wurth Industry US; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity/Paternal leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Job summary

Wurth Industry US in Roanoke, VA is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead financial reporting, close cycles, and compliance. You will drive journal entries, reconciliations, and tax filings while supporting audits and strategic decision-making.

This role requires 5+ years in accounting management, a Bachelor's in accounting/finance, and strong analytical and communication skills. Expect cross-functional exposure and process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or equivalent.
• 5+ years in accounting management with supervisory exposure.
• Professional and confidential in handling financial data.
• Strong analytical, numeric, and presentation skills.
• Proficient with MS Office tools and able to communicate at all levels.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and accuracy.
• Travel up to 25% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee posting of journal entries and monthly, quarterly, annual close.
• Ensure reconciliations are accurate and deadlines met.
• Maintain compliance with corporate reporting including KPIs and budgets.
• Account for monthly capex and entries in fixed asset system.
• Prepare and file business tax returns and compliance docs.
• Provide docs/support to internal/external auditors.
• Perform variance analysis and deliver insights for leadership.
• Cross-train in AR, AP, and sales tax; support process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Financial reporting

Journal entries

Variance analysis

Auditor cooperation

Communication skills

Professionalism & confidentiality

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Leadership

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or Finance

Supervisory experience preferred

5+ years related experience in Accounting Management

High degree of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality

Strong business acumen and sound judgement

Mathematical concepts (graphs, statistics, percentages, ratios)

Effective verbal and written communication

Continuous improvement mindset

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Travel less than 25%

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant Controller is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely completion of all financial reporting, accounting close activities, tax filings, reconciliations, and audit support. This role also supports critical financial operations, including accounts payable approvals and variance analysis. The Assistant Controller plays a key role in enhancing financial accuracy, improving processes, and providing actionable insights that support executive decision-making.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee timely and accurate posting of journal entries and completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Ensure all account reconciliations are completed with accuracy and in accordance with deadlines.
• Maintain compliance with corporate reporting requirements, including KPIs, IFRS 16 lease schedules, capital expenditure data, P&L, balance sheet, and budget reporting.
• Accurately account for monthly capital expenditures and manage entries into the BNA fixed asset system.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all applicable business tax returns and compliance documentation.
• Provide required documentation and support to internal and external auditors.
• Perform variance analysis and deliver financial insights to aid leadership in strategic planning and operational decisions.
• Crosstrain in areas such as accounts receivable, accounts payable, and sales tax compliance, support process improvements in these functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Bachelor's degree in accounting and/or Finance
• Supervisory experience preferred
• 5+ years related experience in Accounting Management
• Possess a high degree of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality
• Strong business acumen demonstrating sound judgement and good reasoning abilities
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as graphs, statistics, percentages, and ratios
• Ability to communicate effectively with both verbal and written communications at all levels within an organization including preparation of presentations for leaders
• Believes in and adheres to the concept of continuous improvement
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Travel less than 25%

Beginning salary 150k

The Wurth Difference:

• Proactive supply chain solutions customized to your business, your industry
• Industrial products and services delivered with prompt, personal attention
• Inventory management solutions that keep your production line moving smoothly
• Complete program support from initial design, to implementation, training, to ongoing analysis

Why Wurth:

• Maternity/Paternal leave after 1 year of service
• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after 1 year of service
• Health benefits and programs - medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more
• Additional benefits 401(k), short term disability, long term disability
• Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period, additional day earned per year of service
• 10 paid holidays

EEOC STATEMENT:

The Wurth Industry North America group of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status, and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Wurth will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws. #LI-SJ1

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