Assistant Controller/ Sr Accountant

Odyssey Information Services

Baton Rouge (LA)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Odyssey Information Services is looking for a highly skilled Assistant Controller / Senior Accountant to join their finance team in Baton Rouge. This hybrid role involves managing cost accounting, inventory management, and oversight of financial operations. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, experience in cost analysis, and familiarity with ERP systems. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to process improvements and compliance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a cost accounting role.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
CPA or CMA preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain and analyze standard costs of products and monitor cost variances.
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
Support audits and ensure compliance with accounting policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Advanced Excel

Job description

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We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Assistant Controller / Senior Accountant with strong cost accounting expertise to join our finance team. This hybrid role supports the Controller in overseeing financial operations, with a particular emphasis on inventory management, cost analysis, and manufacturing or production-related financial processes. The ideal candidate will combine strong general accounting knowledge with hands-on experience in standard costing, variance analysis, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Cost Accounting & Inventory Management:

Maintain and analyze standard costs of products; monitor cost variances and investigate root causes.
Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve accuracy of BOMs, routings, and inventory valuations.
Prepare monthly inventory reconciliations and manage cycle counts or full physical inventory processes.
Analyze manufacturing and production costs and support cost reduction initiatives.
Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations.
Support the preparation of internal financial statements and management reports.
Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
Prepare balance sheet and P&L account analysis, flux analysis, and other ad hoc reports.

Controls & Compliance:

Help maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
Support audits (external and internal), including documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.

Leadership & Support Functions:

Supervise or mentor junior accounting staff as needed.
Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing cost insights and data integrity.
Identify opportunities to streamline accounting operations and implement best practices.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 2+ years in a cost accounting role (preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment).
Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
High attention to detail, integrity, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Experience: