Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller Location: Hampton, Iowa Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced financial professional to join a shared finance team supporting multiple manufacturing locations. This role will serve as the financial subject matter expert for an individual plant, overseeing plant accounting operations, financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing finance, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to partner with plant and general management to improve profitability, control costs, and support business decisions.

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, with four days in the office and one remote workday per week.

Location Requirement: Candidates must live within commuting distance of Hampton, Iowa, or be willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and excellent work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

Plant Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Oversee plant accounting operations, ensuring accurate and timely maintenance of financial records.
• Prepare periodic and annual financial statements, plant statistics, and management reports.
• Ensure proper accounting classification and documentation of plant expenditures, including capital expenditures.
• Maintain general accounting, property accounting, cost accounting, and internal auditing processes.
• Provide financial information and analysis to support management decision-making.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Control

• Work closely with plant managers and general management on budgets, forecasts, and operating analyses.
• Monitor plant operating results against budgets, identify cost variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, operational efficiency, and improved profitability.
• Review capital appropriation requests and ensure expenditures remain within approved budgets.
• Analyze financial trends, operating performance, and opportunities for profit improvement.

Cash Management & Inventory Control

• Support cash management activities, including timely collection of receivables and control of payables.
• Develop and maintain inventory control procedures across plant operations.
• Coordinate and oversee physical inventory activities.
• Monitor inventory-related costs and support accurate financial reporting.

Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls

• Serve as the primary plant contact for independent auditors on accounting matters.
• Maintain appropriate financial controls, documentation, and accounting procedures.
• Support compliance with company financial policies and applicable accounting requirements.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with plant leadership, general management, and divisional finance teams on financial and operational matters.
• Prepare financial summaries, charts, graphs, and performance reports for management review.
• Assist the General Manager and Divisional Controller with additional financial and operational projects as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance with company policies.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant financial or accounting experience.
• Knowledge of financial management, taxation, investments, business law, and electronic data processing.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, cost control, and accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, critical-thinking, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work onsite in Hampton, Iowa, four days per week and travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or plant accounting.
• Experience with Power BI or other financial reporting and data visualization tools.
• Familiarity with Advanced Report Writer (Synoptix).
• Experience with Made2Manage or similar ERP systems.
• Professional certification or advanced education, such as CPA, CMA, or MBA.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10% overnight travel.
• Occasional regional day trips, with frequency depending on business needs.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending account and health savings account
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Referral program
• Travel reimbursement