Assistant Controller

We are looking for an Assistant Controller to help lead our client's accounting operations at their manufacturing facility in Fort Worth, Texas. This role is ideal for a finance specialist with strong technical accounting expertise, sound leadership skills, and experience supporting a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will guide close activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide financial insight that supports operational and organizational growth.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounting activities and provide leadership to the local accounting team, including coaching, performance support, and development of effective working practices.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles to deliver complete, timely, and accurate financial results for the Texas operation.
• Review financial statements, account reconciliations, and analytical reporting to ensure integrity across the general ledger and related supporting schedules.
• Maintain compliance with applicable accounting guidance and reporting standards, including revenue recognition and lease accounting requirements.
• Establish, monitor, and improve internal control procedures to protect assets and promote reliable financial processes.
• Work closely with operations, supply chain, and production leaders to connect financial reporting with plant performance and business objectives.
• Support audit readiness by organizing documentation, responding to external audit requests, and coordinating year-end financial review activities.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts, standard operating procedure development, risk reduction initiatives, and finance system enhancement projects.