Assistant Controller, Manufacturing: Close, Controls & Insights

BuzzBallz; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K

Paid time off

Equality of opportunity

Job summary

Sazerac is seeking an Assistant Controller, Manufacturing to support the Manufacturing Controller in managing accounting and financial operations for our plants. You will oversee month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls while coordinating with plant teams and ERP systems.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, strong ERP/Oracle experience, and advanced Excel skills. Collaboration, accuracy, and leadership are essential as you drive financial planning and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting or relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing environment with a CPG firm and cost accounting experience.
• Strong technical and analytical capabilities with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with ability to translate financial info for non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support year-end audits with external accounting firms and assist with Annual Operational Plan and capital NPV analyses.
• Oversee close processes, manage staff at plants, consolidate budgets and forecasts, and support ERP phasing.
• Analyze and reconcile General Ledger accounts, generate reports, and drive cost reduction opportunities.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure GAAP compliance across corporate accounting.

Skills

ERP/Accounting systems

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting

MBA or CPA (preferred)

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Sazerac is seeking an Assistant Controller, Manufacturing to support the Manufacturing Controller in managing accounting and financial operations for our plants. You will oversee month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls while coordinating with plant teams and ERP systems.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing, strong ERP/Oracle experience, and advanced Excel skills. Collaboration, accuracy, and leadership are essential as you drive financial planning and performance.