Manufacturing Assistant Controller — GAAP & Costing Leader

Ameristaff; Ridgeway (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AmeriStaff Employment and Staffing Solutions in Ridgeway, VA seeks an Assistant Controller to support accounting, financial, and administrative operations in a manufacturing setting. The role focuses on accurate reporting, internal controls, and meaningful financial analysis.

The position offers a salary of $85,000–$100,000 annually with responsibilities spanning ledger management, close processes, and operational cost analysis. Strong GAAP knowledge and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP.
• Experience with month-end close and financial statement preparation.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while partnering effectively with Operations and other departments.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Hands-on, analytical, detail-oriented, and process-improvement-minded approach.

Responsibilities

• Enter and maintain accurate general ledger transactions, prepare routine journal entries, and reconcile accounts.
• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Ensure financial statements and management reports are complete, accurate, and timely.
• Analyze financial results, including gross margin and production costs.
• Assist with audits, tax-related requirements, and financial analyses.
• Oversee inventory and manufacturing cost accounting processes.
• Monitor material, labor, and overhead costs and perform cost analysis.
• Support ERP/accounting system improvements and internal controls.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independence

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

Tools

Excel

ERP/Accounting systems

Job description

AmeriStaff Employment and Staffing Solutions in Ridgeway, VA seeks an Assistant Controller to support accounting, financial, and administrative operations in a manufacturing setting. The role focuses on accurate reporting, internal controls, and meaningful financial analysis.

The position offers a salary of $85,000–$100,000 annually with responsibilities spanning ledger management, close processes, and operational cost analysis. Strong GAAP knowledge and Excel skills are essential.