Assistant Controller - Manufacturing

championhomes; Greenfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Medical insurance

Rx coverage

Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Job summary

Champion Home Builders, Inc. in Claysburg, PA seeks an Assistant Controller to support the Controller with policy oversight, balance sheet analysis, and monthly financial close. This progressive role offers growth into a future Controller position within a manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes learning payroll, purchasing, sales, and service interactions, and mastering cost systems and internal controls at Champion's facility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an assistant controller or similar position
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and accounting processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting)
• Experience with SAP and Excel or similar accounting software

Responsibilities

• Assist the Controller in overseeing proper accounting policy.
• Assist the Controller in balance sheet analysis of key accounts.
• Assist Controller in timely and accurate preparation of the monthly Financial Statements in accordance with GAAP and CEI accounting principles.
• Learn the functions of the accounting clerks in Payroll, Purchasing, Sales, and Service and how their duties interact with month-end statements.
• Learn the standard cost system and how it relates to pricing and month-end statements.
• Help the Controller troubleshoot problems in accounting department, systems or procedures.
• Assist Controller with accurate accounting of all expenditures and documents.
• Learn Champion policies relating to internal accounting controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Forecasting

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

BSc/BA in accounting or finance

1-2 years manufacturing experience

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Good Life Begins With A Good Company.

Champion Home Builder's Inc. wants YOU!

We are seeking to hire an Assistant Controller to join our team in the Claysburg, PA manufacturing facility. This is a progressive role that will be groomed into a Controller of tomorrow.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Medical
• Rx
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.

WHO IS CHAMPION HOME BUILDER, INC.?

For decades, Champion has served as a leader in the manufactured housing industry and one of the largest mobile and modular home builders in North America. Champion offers many factory-built solutions, from single-family and multi-family homes to commercial and government buildings. Our manufactured homes, modular homes, mobile homes, park models, and commercial modular buildings can be found throughout the United States and western Canada.

Throughout the organization, we act with integrity and respect. We take pride in our craftsmanship and build strong relationships with our customers, suppliers, and our employees. We know that we would not be successful without our team. In return for hard work and dedication, our goal is to provide a safe, productive, and enjoyable workplace for every employee.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists the Controller in overseeing proper accounting policy.
• Assists the Controller in balance sheet analysis of key accounts.
• Assists Controller in timely and accurate preparation of the monthly Financial Statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and CEI accounting principles.
• Learn the functions of the accounting clerks in Payroll, Purchasing, Sales, and Service and how their duties interact with the preparation of month-end statements and analysis.
• Work with the Cost Accountant and Controller to learn the standard cost system and how it relates to pricing and the overall preparation of month-end statements.
• Help the Controller troubleshoot any problems that develop in the accounting department, systems or procedures.
• Assists Controller with the responsibility for the correct and accurate accounting of all expenditures and documents.
• Learn all the Champion policies relating to all accepted internal accounting controls.
• Learn all the software used by Champion relating to the accounting and financial functions.
• Learn the functions of all the other key managers and how they relate to the Controller's responsibilities.
• Oversee the accounting clerks and cost accountant in the Controller's absence.
• Assume responsibilities for all or a portion of the fiscal close from the Controller when needed.
• In Controller's absence, assumes responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience

BSc/BA in accounting, finance, or a relevant field is required.

One to two years of experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an assistant controller or other similar position
• Solid knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and regulations
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes (budgeting, financial closure, reporting, etc.)
• Understanding of data analysis and forecasting
• Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and accounting software (e.g. SAP)
• Well-organized with the ability to prioritize
• Very good communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Professional certification (e.g. CPA) is a plus

EEO Statement

Champion Home Builders is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Champion Home Builders participates in the E-Verify Program.

Background check and Drug Screen are required