We are looking for an Assistant Controller to support financial operations and help strengthen accounting processes in Lancaster, New York. This role partners closely with leadership and operational teams to maintain accurate reporting, improve cost visibility, and ensure compliance across core accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a hands-on approach to month-end close, and the ability to guide improvements in a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide daily accounting activities in partnership with leadership, helping the team deliver accurate and timely financial results.<br>• Evaluate existing workflows, recommend practical process enhancements, and drive implementation of more efficient accounting practices.<br>• Review labor, overhead, and purchasing-related variances to identify trends, explain performance drivers, and support corrective action.<br>• Collaborate with operations personnel to strengthen inventory accuracy and refine costing methodologies.<br>• Coordinate responses for audit requests and help maintain adherence to internal control standards and compliance requirements.<br>• Oversee the month-end close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial records are complete and reliable.<br>• Examine general ledger activity, investigate unusual entries, and work with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.<br>• Administer fixed asset accounting, including asset setup, tracking, depreciation reporting, and record maintenance.<br>• Prepare and review journal entries, reconciliations, tax-related filings, and travel and entertainment payment processes to support overall financial accuracy.
<p>Kyle Clarke with Robert Half of Buffalo, NY is partnering with a local organization that is looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations and support sound decision-making. This role will lead core accounting activities, deliver timely financial reporting, and help maintain strong internal controls across the business. The ideal candidate brings a solid background in general accounting and cost accounting, along with the ability to analyze results against budget and prior performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and deliver accurate monthly and quarterly financial reports for internal stakeholders, highlighting key trends and performance outcomes.</p><p>• Oversee the company’s accounting records and general ledger activity to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established standards.</p><p>• Develop and maintain the annual budgeting process, including ongoing review of actual results compared with budgeted figures and historical data.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts regularly and investigate discrepancies to support reliable financial statements and well-documented records.</p><p>• Partner with the Corporate Controller and Plant Manager to provide financial insight that supports operational and strategic decisions.</p><p>• Monitor cost accounting activity and evaluate financial data to improve visibility into plant and organizational performance.</p><p>• Maintain organized financial documentation, including compiled records and scanned materials, to support audits and internal review needs.</p><p>• Strengthen accounting processes and controls to promote efficiency, consistency, and accurate reporting across finance operations.</p>
<p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p> We are seeking a hands-on and strategic Assistant Controller to support financial leadership within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with the Controller to oversee accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and strengthen cost accounting and internal controls. The ideal candidate combines technical accounting expertise with a deep understanding of manufacturing operations and the ability to lead and develop a team.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Support the Controller in managing day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting</li><li>Oversee and enhance cost accounting processes, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes</li><li>Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements for accuracy and compliance with GAAP</li><li>Analyze manufacturing performance, including labor, material, and overhead variances, and provide insights to leadership</li><li>Partner with operations, supply chain, and plant leadership to improve cost controls and operational efficiency</li><li>Lead inventory accounting processes, including physical counts, cycle counts, and reconciliation procedures</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning, including margin and cost analysis</li><li>Strengthen and maintain internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and audit requirements</li><li>Support external and internal audits and coordinate with auditors as needed</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff, fostering a high-performing team environment</li><li>Drive process improvements and system enhancements, including ERP optimization and automation initiatives </li></ul>