Assistant Controller

Summary: The Assistant Controller is responsible for assisting the Controller in all areas of accounting including accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory, balance sheet account reconciliations, and month-end closing. Other responsibilities will include completion and submission of daily/weekly/monthly reports and project assignments as needed. Ensure accuracy of detail, organization, and timeliness of completion, in all areas of responsibility. Communicate clearly and promptly with plant and corporate office to insure control & compliance with company policies and procedures. Principal Accountabilities: Direct responsibility for AR and AP accuracy. Timely and accurate completion of month end journal entries, balance sheet and P&L. Effectively completing the month–end financial close process. Perform operational analysis as requested, as well as assignment of special projects. The Assistant Controller is responsible for knowing and following policies and procedures of the company; for sharing information that would benefit other members of the team; and for finding ways to improve the productivity and profitability of our division. Decision Making: The Assistant Controller must be able to recognize and respond to situations that require a sense of urgency or are the result of non-compliance with corporate policy(s). This person should have the ability to assess various situations and environments objectively. The Assistant Controller must always understand the importance of acting ethically and appropriately in all business situations. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Undergraduate degree with focus on accounting and/or finance Four years general office experience Proven ability to solve accounting problems, balance bank statements, reconcile general ledger accounts. Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following: College level accounting Experience manufacturing environment PC competency (including MS Word and MS Excel) Experience in using accounting software Experience in cost accounting Strong math background LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret financial statements, general business periodicals, professional journals, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees of the company. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, volume, and net present value. REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. TECHNICAL SKILLS Computer literate (MS Office including Word and Excel as well as accounting software) Proficient knowledge and application of accounting principles Quality standards – both ISO and QS WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The performance of the Accountant will be measured as follows: Operating standards - The employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards set in the areas of quality, cost, safety, planning, customer satisfactions, supervision, efficiency, and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the manager. Personal growth - Each year there will be professional goals developed and agreed to by the manager and supervisor. Employee relations – The employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect, and communication. Creativity – This will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas. IND - WICHITA