Assistant Logistics Controller - GAAP, Budgets & Audits

Lactalis USA; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Insurance options

Job summary

Lactalis USA is seeking an Assistant Controller based in Buffalo, NY. The role supports the logistics accounting function, ensuring GAAP compliance, assisting with monthly close, budgeting, and financial reporting.

The incumbent will help prepare variance analyses and account reconciliations, support audits, and contribute to the logistics budget process. A strong foundation in GAAP, ERP systems (SAP), and leadership in a manufacturing context is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in accounting or finance; Associate’s degree required.
• 4+ years accounting or financial analysis experience in manufacturing or logistics preferred.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and ERP systems (SAP) is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close processes and oversee others involved.
• Maintain the general ledger for the logistics department.
• Prepare monthly and year-to-date internal financial statements.
• Prepare and review key account reconciliations.
• Manage the logistics department budget and expense analysis reporting.
• Support internal and external audits and year-end activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Skills

General Ledger

Month-end Close

GAAP

ERP SAP

Budgeting

Audits

Financial Statements

Internal Controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Associate’s degree acceptable

Tools

SAP

Job description

Lactalis USA is seeking an Assistant Controller based in Buffalo, NY. The role supports the logistics accounting function, ensuring GAAP compliance, assisting with monthly close, budgeting, and financial reporting.

The incumbent will help prepare variance analyses and account reconciliations, support audits, and contribute to the logistics budget process. A strong foundation in GAAP, ERP systems (SAP), and leadership in a manufacturing context is required.