Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller Robert Half - 3.9 Agawam, MA Job Details $80,000 - $120,000 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications General ledger reconciliation Cost accounting analysis Financial close processing Operational analysis Preparation of internal financial performance reports Internal controls Inventory valuation Standard costing Production data analysis Data analysis reporting Valuation Cash flow monitoring Mid-level Budget management planning Inventory reconciliation Forecasting Cost analysis report preparation Financial projection model development Closing the books Variance analysis reporting Financial performance measurement Budget preparation Monthly financial performance reviews Financial forecasting analysis Budget analysis Ad-hoc reporting Leadership Audit support Documentation reviews Full Job Description We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join a manufacturing-focused finance team in the Agawam, Massachusetts area. This role will help translate financial and operational data into meaningful insight, support accurate month-end reporting, and strengthen cost and inventory controls across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to work closely with operations and leadership on performance-driven decisions.

Responsibilities:

Produce recurring financial and operational reporting that helps leaders track performance and make informed business decisions. Contribute to the monthly close cycle by preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, supporting accruals, reviewing variances, and assembling financial results. Evaluate manufacturing cost performance across materials, labor, overhead, freight, scrap, rework, yield, productivity, and absorption to identify trends and exceptions. Assist in maintaining standard costs, completing cost roll-ups, updating item-level costing data, and supporting broader cost structure reviews under the Controller's guidance. Oversee inventory-related analysis by reviewing balances, count activity, valuation changes, reserve needs, and exposure tied to excess or aging stock. Work with operations and supply chain teams to improve inventory accuracy, reinforce internal controls, and investigate the drivers behind discrepancies. Develop profitability and margin reporting across customers, products, channels, and business segments to support pricing and product mix decisions. Support planning activities by compiling budget inputs, analyzing historical results, building schedules, and preparing forecast models. Provide audit support by gathering documentation, validating account detail, assisting with inventory testing, and responding to internal or external requests. Complete ad hoc financial analysis, business cases, cash flow reviews, and capital spending evaluations for the Controller and local leadership team. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .