Assistant Controller: Fast-Track to Controller Leadership

Accelerate Talent Group; Milwaukee (WI); Vor Ort; USD 100.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Accelerate Talent Group is seeking an Assistant Controller in Milwaukee to join a family-owned manufacturing organization focused on succession planning toward the Controller role.

The role combines hands-on accounting with strategic analysis and requires collaboration with operations, IT, and leadership to improve reporting and processes. 8+ years in manufacturing accounting and a strong GAAP background are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership abilities.
• Cost and inventory accounting experience preferred.

Aufgaben

• Manage day-to-day accounts receivable activities including cash application, collections, aging reviews, and customer account maintenance.
• Support accounts payable and payroll processing with backup coverage for key functions.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and operational reports.
• Support inventory valuation, product costing, and margin analysis.
• Investigate discrepancies and strengthen internal controls and procedures.
• Assist with audits, tax filings, fixed asset accounting, and compliance activities.
• Partner with operations, IT, and leadership to improve reporting and ERP utilization.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support business decisions.
• Gradually assume leadership responsibilities in preparation for promotion to Controller.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Communication

Analytical ability

Advanced Excel

Cost accounting

ERP systems

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Jobbeschreibung

Accelerate Talent Group is seeking an Assistant Controller in Milwaukee to join a family-owned manufacturing organization focused on succession planning toward the Controller role.

The role combines hands-on accounting with strategic analysis and requires collaboration with operations, IT, and leadership to improve reporting and processes. 8+ years in manufacturing accounting and a strong GAAP background are essential.