Company DescriptionWhat We Live By……The McWane Way is a core philosophy outlined by the founder J.R. McWane in 1920. Today It encompasses Teamwork, Excellence, Leadership, Environment, Communication, Accountability, Safety and Trust. All team members at every level are expected to know and work by these principles, values, and behaviors. Most importantly, every team member is expected to be able to answer this question, "What does this mean for me?" This is the all-important question because behavior is the best evidence of a living principle. Join the McWane team on the journey to The McWane Way.
Who We Are……McWane Inc. has a newly created division, McWane Plant and Industrial (MPI). This new division, based in Birmingham, AL, combines all Plant and Industrial Products in a single customer-focused package. We offer comprehensive solutions through an experienced team of professionals specifically focused on these two special markets. Our Mission is to be the Plant and Industrial supplier who is "easiest to do business with". We will make it easier to engineer, specify, and order components for plants. We will provide greater support for smoother delivery, cost-effective installation, and start-up. Most importantly, we will build strong relationships with design engineers, contractors, plant operations teams and project owners to assure we are their first-choice supplier for both new construction and future upgrades.
At MPI, you will be part of a fast-paced, collaborative, start-up where you can see, firsthand, how your work translates into positive results.
Job DescriptionPosition
MPI Corporate Assistant Controller
Location
Birmingham, ALDirectly reports to
MPI Controller
Position Summary
The Corporate Assistant Controller is an integral part of the accounting/finance team. The Corporate Assistant Controller will support the daily operation of the division's accounting functions. The Corporate Assistant Controller will handle a wide variety of responsibilities including handling issues relating to general operations, assisting with preparation of financial statements and reports, monthly and year-end closings, account reconciliations, and all other accounting functions. As part of this role, the Corporate Assistant Controller will provide supervision and oversight of payroll.
Position ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting & AnalysisLead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliationsPrepare and review financial statements and management reportsAnalyze variances and provide actionable insightsEnsure GAAP complianceSupport forecasting and budgetingSupport auditsPayroll Oversight & ComplianceOversee multi-site payroll operationsEnsure accurate and timely payroll processingReview payroll journal entries and reconciliationsMaintain payroll internal controlsEnsure regulatory complianceOperational AccountingReconcile assigned balance sheet accountsResponsible for managing fixed assetsMaintain costs of direct ship productsWork with Plant Assistant Controllers to drive process improvements QualificationsBasic QualificationsMust possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance or related field from accredited college or university.
Minimum six (6) years accounting or business-related experience.
Proven knowledge of financial statements, journal entries, and GAAP.Proven increase of responsibility in prior work experienceAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
Documented history developing and maintaining positive working relationships in a multi-stakeholder culture.
Ability to deliver results while working in a team focused environment.
Excellent communication skills; verbal and written.
Must be ablet to travel by car/plane to manufacturing sites.
Preferred QualificationsExperience in manufacturing accounting.
Microsoft D365 experienceAdditional InformationPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL
- sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA
- gender identity), (In CA
- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.
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DISCLAIMERThe above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. McWane Plant & Industrial. is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. It is the Company's policy to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, or any other legally protected status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing as needed.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL
- sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA
- gender identity), (In CA
- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.