Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 400 Pennington Avenue, Trenton, NJ 08618 From $120,000 a year - Full-time The Hibbert Group 98 reviews From $120,000 a year - Full-time Job Summary Under the general direction and supervision of the Controller, performs a variety of highly responsible accounting, financial planning, analysis & reporting work with assignments and procedures indicated in specific terms and deliverables.

Responsibilities General Accounting Management Financial Reporting:

Oversee the full spectrum of general ledger activities, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes.

Audit & Compliance:

Act as the primary liaison for external auditors and ensure all records comply with GAAP and internal financial policies.

Operational Leadership:

Manage day-to-day accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll, and cash flow forecasting.

Strategic Advising:

Partner with senior leadership to provide data-driven insights that guide company-wide financial decisions.

Cost Accounting Management Cost Control Systems:

Develop, implement, and maintain robust cost accounting systems, including standard costing and inventory valuation.

Variance Analysis:

Analyze production costs and overheads to identify significant variances and recommend cost-saving measures.

Inventory Management:

Maintain labor and material inventory counts and cycle programs, ensuring sub-ledgers reconcile accurately to the general ledger.

Performance Metrics:

Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to manufacturing efficiency and product profitability.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (Required); CPA or MBA designation (Preferred) Experience with Sage Accounting systems preferred Expert proficiency in Advanced Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, macros)

Experience:

7-10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity.

Pay:

From $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) 4% Match 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Trenton, NJ 08618