Assistant Controller

Syfan Logistics, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Syfan Logistics, Inc. is seeking an experienced accounting leader to manage daily, monthly, and year-end operations. You will supervise accounting staff, ensure timely financial reporting, and oversee close processes with strong GAAP compliance.

The role emphasizes process improvements, cross-department collaboration, and the development of internal controls to support audits and financial planning. A solid accounting background and leadership skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business with Accounting emphasis.
• 5+ years progressive accounting experience including financial reporting and general ledger accounting.
• 2+ years supervisory/management experience within an accounting or finance department.
• Demonstrated experience managing employees, delegating responsibilities, and overseeing accounting operations.
• Experience developing accounting procedures, implementing internal controls, and improving operational efficiencies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily, monthly, and year-end accounting operations.
• Provide direct leadership and supervision to accounting personnel to meet deadlines.
• Oversee preparation and review of monthly financial statements and schedules for upper management.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Review and approve account reconciliations across bank, fixed assets, accruals, and balance sheet accounts.
• Manage daily cash activity, accounts payable, and accounts receivable processes for accuracy and timeliness.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements to boost productivity and accuracy.
• Assign and prioritize departmental tasks; ensure adequate coverage of critical functions.
• Analyze financial information, investigate discrepancies, and propose corrective actions.
• Ensure policies and procedures support audits and compliance; coordinate with other departments.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP Knowledge

Financial Analysis

Time Management

Decision Making

Detail Orientation

Excel Proficiency

Communication Skills

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Business with Accounting

5+ years progressive accounting experience

2+ years supervisory/management experience

Experience developing accounting procedures/internal controls

Experience improving operational efficiencies

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software platforms

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Interested in climbing aboard with the Syfan Team?

• Manage and oversee daily, monthly, and year-end accounting operations.
• Provide direct leadership, supervision, and guidance to accounting personnel, ensuring departmental responsibilities are completed accurately, efficiently, and within established deadlines.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and accuracy of monthly financial statements and supporting schedules prior to submission to upper management.
• Manage and coordinate month-end and year-end closing processes, including reviewing journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and other general ledger activities.
• Review and approve account reconciliations, including bank accounts, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accruals, and other balance sheet accounts.
• Oversee daily cash activity, cash application, accounts receivable, and accounts payable processes to ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
• Monitor departmental workflows, identify operational inefficiencies, and implement process improvements to increase productivity, accuracy, and consistency.
• Assign and prioritize departmental responsibilities, monitor workloads, and ensure adequate coverage of critical accounting functions.
• Analyze financial information, investigate discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure appropriate procedures are followed and supporting documentation is complete, accurate, and readily available for external auditors to support audit and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with other departments to resolve accounting issues, improve communication, and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Oversee accounting functions related to inventory, including annual parts inventory counts, reconciliation of discrepancies, and proper financial reporting.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and improvement of accounting systems, reporting tools, and automated processes.
• Assist with financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and special projects as needed.
• Perform other accounting, financial, administrative, or management responsibilities as needed.

Skills:

• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop accounting personnel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial reporting requirements, account reconciliations, and month -end closing processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and implement effective solutions.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision.
• Highly detail-oriented with a strong commitment to financial accuracy and accountability.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and competence in Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with accounting software, financial reporting systems, and business accounting reports.
• Strong customer service skills.

Education/Training:

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, or a bachelor's degree in Business with an emphasis in Accounting, is required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting, general ledger accounting, and financial analysis, is preferred.
• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience within an accounting or finance department is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing employees, delegating responsibilities, and overseeing accounting operations.
• Experience developing accounting procedures, implementing internal controls, and improving operational efficiencies is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) At Syfan, our team members come first. Our company founder Jim Syfan has always trusted that if you invest in good team members and treat them with respect, then the profits will follow. The success of our company over many decades proves his Golden Rule philosophy has held true.