Assistant Controller

Gilder Search Group; Seminole (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilder Search Group in Seminole, OK is seeking a Senior Finance Leader to partner with the VP of Finance and oversee a 2–5 person team. You will drive forecasting, budgeting, and strategic financial planning to support executive decision-making.

The role requires a strong background in financial analytics, manufacturing industry experience, and outstanding Excel/PowerPoint skills to deliver concise quarterly decks and insightful analyses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, mathematics, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred; aerospace, automotive, or similar industries are ideal.
• Strong background in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and executive reporting.
• Advanced Excel and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and executive presentation decks.
• Present financial results and business insights to executive leadership.
• Analyze financial performance and provide strategic recommendations.
• Manage and develop a small finance team.

Skills

Leadership experience

Financial analysis

Strategic thinking

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/Accounting/Mathematics

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, this role serves as their key business partner and oversees a team of 2–5 direct reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Mathematics, or related field preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive finance experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred; aerospace, automotive, or similar industries are ideal.
• Strong background in financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and executive reporting.
• Advanced Excel and presentation skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning.
• Prepare monthly financial reports and executive presentation decks.
• Present financial results and business insights to executive leadership.
• Analyze financial performance and provide strategic recommendations.
• Manage and develop a small finance team.