Assistant Controller (Manufacturing-Multi-Entity)

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Assistant Controller (Manufacturing-Multi-Entity)

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Position: Assistant ControllerReports to: ControllerCompany: Bundy Baking SolutionsLocation : On-site - 417 E. Water St., Urbana, OH Position Summary: The Assistant Controller is responsible for assisting in the oversight of all accounting operations across multiple manufacturing entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with GAAP. This role is part of a team responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, cost accounting, and general ledger activities.In a multi-plant, multi-entity manufacturing environment, the Assistant Controller plays a critical role in inventory accounting, standard costing, and operational finance support. This position partners closely with the Controller and plant operations to analyze costs, improve profitability, and drive process efficiencies. Strong leadership, advanced Excel skills, and experience with ERP systems is required. Confidentiality and sound judgment are essential. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Leadership & Team ManagementAssist in the development of accounting staff across multiple entities or locations

Lead by example

Establish performance expectations

Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration

Accounting OperationsAssist in the oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash application processes across multiple companies

Review and approve transaction coding to ensure proper general ledger classification by entity and division

Manage intercompany transactions, reconciliations, and eliminations

Assist in the oversight of customer billing, vendor payments, and deposit activities across business units

Approve check runs and ACH transactions

Manufacturing & Cost AccountingAssist in the oversight of inventory accounting, including raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), and finished goods

Assist with managing and reviewing standard costing, cost roll-ups, and bill of materials (BOM) accuracy

Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and partner with plant leadership to address issues

Monitor inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes

Support production reporting, margin analysis, and cost control initiatives

Financial Close & ReportingAssist in month-end and year-end close processes for multiple entities

Review and/or prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements

Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial results

Prepare and analyze financial reports, including cash flows, variance analysis and key performance indicators (KPIs)

Compliance, Controls & AuditsEstablish and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets

Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies across all entities

Maintain documentation of accounting processes and procedures

Process Improvement & Cross-Functional SupportPartner with operations, supply chain, and plant managers to improve financial performance

Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements (ERP optimization)

Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives

Streamline workflows across entities to improve efficiency and scalability

ConfidentialityProtect the organization by maintaining strict confidentiality of financial, operational, and personnel information

Knowledge and xxzpjkt Ability: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required (CPA or CMA preferred)

Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong knowledge of GAAP and multi-entity accounting structures

Experience with cost accounting, standard costing, and inventory accounting

Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, or similar)

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data analysis)

Experience managing intercompany transactions and consolidations

Strong leadership and team development skills

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

High attention to detail and accuracy

Strong organizational and prioritization skills in a fast-paced, multi-plant environment

Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across plants and corporate teams

Ability to work independently as well as with a team to meet critical deadlines

Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and operational efficiencies

Strong business acumen with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights

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Worksite address

urbana, OH, 43078, US

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