<p>We are seeking an Assistant Controller for an operation just northwest of the Fort Wayne area. The role is integral to our finance and operations team, focusing on income statement control, cost accounting, and analytics for various business units. You will be responsible for plant financial reporting, internal controls, and providing real-time and projected results. The role also involves providing guidance on operational and sales opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Prepare consolidated internal plant financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from various departments.</p><p>• Analyze information within the financial statements and complete schedules that support account balances.</p><p>• Prepare general ledger entries by maintaining records and files; reconciling accounts; reclassifying account balances.</p><p>• Prepare various expense accruals and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Reconcile monthly activity in fixed asset accounts and compile documents to support asset balances. Verify lives and methods are accurate and assets are capitalized in accordance with company capitalization policies.</p><p>• Support plant leadership by answering accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.</p><p>• Handle the monthly close process, prepare real-time and predictive results for evaluation and planning.</p><p>• Assist in periodic physical inventories, generally involving pre-inventory prep, variance support, and posting of final physical inventory figures.</p><p>• Ensure material costs and inventory values are accurate and that the system is tracking costs properly.</p><p>• Consistently demonstrate leadership amongst peers and receive positive feedback from the accounting and operation groups.</p><p>• Protect organization's value by keeping information confidential.</p><p>• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; read professional publications to gain advanced industry knowledge; maintain personal networks; participate in professional organizations.</p><p>• Strive for continuous process improvement.</p><p>• Provide both tangible and intangible savings for the Company.</p><p>• Accomplish accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed.</p>

<p>• Must possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in the role of a management Accountant role or Plant Accounting role</p><p>• Proficiency in Cost Accounting desired</p><p>• Experience in Annual Inventory is necessary</p><p>• Familiarity with Fixed Asset Inventory is needed</p><p>• Ability to conduct Inventory Audits is crucial</p><p>• Knowledge of the Sarbanes Oxley Act and its implementation preferred</p><p>• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is desired</p><p>• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are needed</p><p>• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are crucial</p><p>• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously is required</p><p>• Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Office Suite is needed</p><p>• Strong organizational and leadership skills are essential</p><p>• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field is required</p><p>• Knowledge of accounting principles and procedures is crucial</p><p>• Experience in preparing financial statements and budget reports is needed</p><p>• Ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently when required.</p>

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