Assistant Controller

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Zelienople (Butler County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller in Zelienople, PA (Hybrid). You will oversee a team of General Ledger Accountants and collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate financial management.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, with a CPA qualification preferred, and has experience in industrial manufacturing environments. Strong SAP and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing environments preferred.
• Blend of public accounting and private industry experience highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and mentor a team of General Ledger Accountants.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Partner with operations to analyze financial performance.

Skills

Accounting

Finance

Analytical Skills

SAP

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Assistant Controller

Zelienople, PA (Hybrid)
$120,000- $135,000

We are partnering with a growing industrial manufacturing company seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join their leadership team. This role offers a strong blend of accounting, finance, and operational analytics while working closely with cost managers and project managers across the organization.

Overview of the Assistant Controller Role

• Oversee and mentor a team of General Ledger Accountants
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Partner with operations, cost accounting, and project management teams to analyze financial performance and project profitability
• Manage and review accounting related to:
  • Direct and indirect tax
  • Capital expenditures (CAPEX)
  • Fixed assets and depreciation
  • Investments and financial analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis initiatives
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal controls
• Assist with process improvements and ERP optimization initiatives within SAP
• Prepare financial reporting and provide analytics to leadership

Preferred Qualifications for the Assistant Controller

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA preferred
• Experience within industrial manufacturing environments strongly preferred
• Blend of public accounting and private industry experience highly desired
• Experience supervising or mentoring accounting staff
• SAP experience preferred
• Strong Excel and analytical skills