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Job description
Assistant Controller
$ - $ per year | Mitchell, IL | On-site | Permanent
Assistant Controller - Hybrid
A bit about us:
Our client has been a trusted manufacturer of authentic Asian food products, serving customers and distributors nationwide.
Why join us?
Growing company
Top benefits
Great culture
Job Details
What You'll Do
Manage key day-to-day accounting activities across the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting
Lead and support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Prepare and review balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and other financial reports
Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and financial analysis
Partner with operations and other departments to provide financial insight and improve business performance
Support inventory accounting, costing, physical inventory, and cycle-counting processes
Help strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes as the organization continues to grow
Coordinate with external auditors and support the annual audit process
Provide guidance and mentorship to AP and AR team members
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, reporting, and accounting processes
Support additional finance and accounting initiatives as needed
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Progressive experience in accounting or finance, ideally within manufacturing, food production, CPG, distribution, or a related environment
Strong understanding of GAAP and full-cycle accounting
Hands-on experience with month-end close, financial reporting, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations
Experience with inventory and/or cost accounting strongly preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to work independently while also serving as a collaborative business partner across the organization
Experience mentoring or leading accounting team members is preferred
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Experience with ERP/accounting systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience is a plus
CPA is a plus, but not required
Payroll experience, including ADP Workforce Now, is a plus
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