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  • Columbia, TN
  • 90000 - 100000

Assistant Controller

Bell & Associates

Assistant Controller
Columbia, TN
Up to $100k + Bonus
Permanent Role

Bell & Associates has been engaged to find an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join our client’s growing finance team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, financial reporting, and team leadership, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This role will support the Controller and play a key part in managing the company’s financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and driving process improvements. This role will be on track to be promoted to Controller within 1-2 years!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in managing all accounting operations, including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
  • Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
  • Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
  • Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
  • Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
  • Assist with audit preparations and work with external auditors to ensure correct and timely closing and reporting.
  • Supervise and mentor accounting staff.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in accounting or finance, with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory or assistant controller role.
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
  • Manufacturing industry experience is a plus.
  • Excellent Excel and financial modeling skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.

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