We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support daily accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Rochester, New York. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting close activities, and helping ensure strong oversight across core accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to keep financial processes running smoothly in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily accounting activities to help maintain accuracy, consistency, and timely completion of financial tasks across the department. • Lead month-end closing efforts, including reviewing entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring financial data is properly recorded. • Evaluate and authorize credit requests in line with company guidelines while supporting effective risk management practices. • Prepare and review account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and strengthen financial controls. • Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable staff, providing guidance, reviewing work, and helping prioritize department workflows. • Support the maintenance of the general ledger by monitoring transactions and ensuring proper classification of financial activity. • Assist with financial reporting and provide reliable information for management review and decision-making. • Partner with internal and external auditors by organizing documentation, responding to inquiries, and supporting audit readiness.

• Demonstrated experience with month-end close processes in a detail-focused accounting environment. • Strong working knowledge of general ledger management and account reconciliation practices. • Background in financial reporting with the ability to produce accurate and timely accounting information. • Experience supporting financial statement audits and responding to audit-related requests. • Prior leadership or supervisory experience overseeing AP and AR personnel. • Solid understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and day-to-day finance operations. • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a deadline-driven manufacturing environment.

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Rochester, NY
onsite
Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support daily accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Rochester, New York. This Long-term Contract position will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting close activities, and helping ensure strong oversight across core accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to keep financial processes running smoothly in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily accounting activities to help maintain accuracy, consistency, and timely completion of financial tasks across the department. • Lead month-end closing efforts, including reviewing entries, reconciling accounts, and ensuring financial data is properly recorded. • Evaluate and authorize credit requests in line with company guidelines while supporting effective risk management practices. • Prepare and review account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and strengthen financial controls. • Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable staff, providing guidance, reviewing work, and helping prioritize department workflows. • Support the maintenance of the general ledger by monitoring transactions and ensuring proper classification of financial activity. • Assist with financial reporting and provide reliable information for management review and decision-making. • Partner with internal and external auditors by organizing documentation, responding to inquiries, and supporting audit readiness.
2026-05-15T00:00:00Z

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