US Assistant Controller

International Wire; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the wire products industry is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources based in Stamford, Connecticut. This full-time position will involve managing multiple teams, leading accounting operations and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a CPA, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and a history of success in high-growth environments. The role allows for some remote work flexibility.

Qualifications

• CPA and public accounting foundation required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience managing teams in accounting.
• Experience in dynamic, high-growth environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee divisional assistant controllers and teams.
• Lead accounting operations and financial controls.
• Drive process improvements and ensure compliance.

Skills

CPA

Team management

Dynamic problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Vice President of Human Resources - International Wire Group

Overview

International Wire (IW) is a global, private equity-backed manufacturer headquartered in Camden, New York. IW is the largest non-vertically integrated copper and copper-alloy wire products manufacturer in the United States. Our expanded operations in Europe further enhance our unique presence in the market. We offer a broad range of products, servicing diverse major market segments with the highest quality bare, tin-plated, silver-plated, and nickel-plated copper wires, as well as specialty items such as copper-based alloys and engineered electrical solutions.

This role aligns with IW's growth trajectory. The full-time role of US Assistant Controller is a hybrid position based in Stamford, CT. The US Assistant Controller will be responsible for overseeing three divisional assistant controllers and their respective teams, leading accounting operations, financial controls, reporting accuracy, and acquisition integration. This individual will be responsible for streamlining and scaling accounting processes to support the company's rapid expansion. Some tasks may be performed remotely, allowing for work-from-home flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee three divisional assistant controllers and their respective teams.
• Lead accounting operations, financial controls, and reporting accuracy.
• Manage acquisition integration and ensure scalable, efficient accounting processes to support rapid expansion.
• Drive process improvements and system upgrades to support growth; ensure compliance and accurate financial reporting.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other departments and leadership to enable strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• CPA and public accounting foundation required.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience, including experience managing teams and leading accounting operations in a product-centric business.
• Demonstrated success operating in a dynamic, high-growth environment.
• Skilled at identifying problems and implementing scalable solutions in a cross-functional setting.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial sectors is strongly preferred, as is a consulting background.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and low-ego leadership style.
• Experience working with ERP systems and large-scale accounting platforms.

Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Mining