<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Senior Accountant to support financial operations within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining cost accounting integrity, and driving process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, hands-on manufacturing accounting experience, and the ability to partner cross-functionally with operations and leadership teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis</li><li>Manage and maintain cost accounting systems, including standard costing, inventory valuation, and cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis</li><li>Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and provide actionable insights to operations leadership</li><li>Partner with production, supply chain, and procurement teams to ensure accurate cost tracking and inventory controls</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliation processes</li><li>Support budgeting and forecasting processes, including cost modeling and margin analysis</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting operations and strengthen internal controls</li><li>Assist with audits (internal and external) and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements</li><li>Mentor accounting staff and contribute to team development as needed </li></ul><p><br></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>
<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a high growth Utica client of his that has a Controller need...great benefits here, 401k match and bonus.</p><p><br></p><p>This role will oversee the day-to-day accounting function while partnering closely with operations and executive leadership to support financial planning, cost control, and operational performance. This is a high-visibility role reporting directly to the CFO, with a clear opportunity to grow into a Director of Finance position as the company continues to expand.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Accounting and Financial Reporting</p><ul><li>Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements </li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements</li><li>Manage the general ledger, account reconciliations, and financial reporting processes</li></ul><p>Cost Accounting and Operations Support</p><ul><li>Oversee cost accounting and inventory accounting within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Analyze production costs, labor, and overhead to support operational efficiency and margin improvement</li><li>Work closely with operations leadership to monitor KPIs, cost trends, and profitability by product line</li></ul><p>Financial Planning and Analysis</p><ul><li>Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process</li><li>Analyze financial performance and provide insights on variances, cost drivers, and operational performance</li><li>Assist leadership in evaluating capital investments, process improvements, and operational initiatives</li></ul><p>Leadership and Process Improvement</p><ul><li>Manage and mentor accounting staff while strengthening the finance function</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting capabilities, and internal controls</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and executive leadership</li></ul>