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Assistant Controller
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Robert Half
Lancaster, PA (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Description
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to support financial operations and help strengthen accounting processes in Lancaster, New York. This role partners closely with leadership and operational teams to maintain accurate reporting, improve cost visibility, and ensure compliance across core accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a hands-on approach to month-end close, and the ability to guide improvements in a fast-moving environment.
Responsibilities:
- Guide daily accounting activities in partnership with leadership, helping the team deliver accurate and timely financial results.
- Evaluate existing workflows, recommend practical process enhancements, and drive implementation of more efficient accounting practices.
- Review labor, overhead, and purchasing-related variances to identify trends, explain performance drivers, and support corrective action.
- Collaborate with operations personnel to strengthen inventory accuracy and refine costing methodologies.
- Coordinate responses for audit requests and help maintain adherence to internal control standards and compliance requirements.
- Oversee the month-end close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial records are complete and reliable.
- Examine general ledger activity, investigate unusual entries, and work with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.
- Administer fixed asset accounting, including asset setup, tracking, depreciation reporting, and record maintenance.
- Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, tax-related filings, and travel and entertainment payment processes to support overall financial accuracy.