Strategic Assistant Controller — AR/AP Lead, Manufacturing

Jobot; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Strong PTO and holiday package

Medical/Dental/Vision

Annual bonuses

Room for growth

Fun Team Culture

Job summary

Jobot in Tennessee is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable across manufacturing sites and support the month-end close and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in AP/AR with at least 2 years in supervision, GAAP knowledge, ERP experience (Infor LN a plus), and a proactive, cross-functional collaborator who can drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of AP/AR experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and foundational accounting principles.
• Experience in high-volume AP/AR environments; manufacturing or multi-site experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations across all manufacturing locations.
• Manage customer invoicing, collections, cash application, and resolution of billing issues with Sales and Customer Service.
• Monitor AR aging, follow up on overdue accounts, and ensure accurate revenue recognition.
• Lead vendor invoice processing, payment runs, and expense reimbursements while maintaining positive vendor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies, approval workflows, internal controls, and audit readiness.
• Support 1099 reporting and year-end AP close procedures.
• Lead and develop AR/AP specialists, providing coaching and performance feedback.
• Assist with month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.
• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, audit preparation, and ongoing financial analyses.
• Collaborate with the Controller on internal controls, policy improvements, and special projects.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

GAAP knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Infor LN ERP

Job description

Jobot in Tennessee is seeking an Assistant Controller to oversee day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable across manufacturing sites and support the month-end close and financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in AP/AR with at least 2 years in supervision, GAAP knowledge, ERP experience (Infor LN a plus), and a proactive, cross-functional collaborator who can drive process improvements.