Assistant Controller: Precision Accounting & Reporting

UNITED AGRICULTURAL COOPERATIVE INC; El Campo (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

United Agricultural Cooperative, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead core accounting and financial reporting functions. The role ensures robust general ledger oversight, accurate statements, and support for audits, while partnering with operations to track costs and align budgets.

The position emphasizes collaboration with leadership, timely close processes, and improving financial controls across the cooperative. Strong Excel and ERP experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Experience with general ledger, close processes, and financial reporting preferred.
• Ability to partner cross-functionally with operations teams and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger activity for all operations.
• Assist month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure accuracy of financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Support audit processes (internal/external) and documentation requests.
• Prepare internal and external financial reports.
• Assist in tax filings and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Support annual budgeting process across departments.
• Analyze variances and provide insights to leadership.
• Partner with CFO on forecasting and financial planning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional partnering

Financial data translation

Attention to detail

Advanced Excel

Systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Financial reporting software

Job description

United Agricultural Cooperative, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead core accounting and financial reporting functions. The role ensures robust general ledger oversight, accurate statements, and support for audits, while partnering with operations to track costs and align budgets.

The position emphasizes collaboration with leadership, timely close processes, and improving financial controls across the cooperative. Strong Excel and ERP experience are expected.