Overview
We are currently recruiting an Assistant Controller for a privately owned, industry-leading chemical manufacturing company in Doral, FL. This is an opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to take on a visible, hands-on role within an established finance team, with apath to Controller.
Our client company was foundedmore than 60 years ago, andgenerates over $200 million in annual revenue and operates multiplefacilities across the Southeast. The Assistant Controller will work closely with finance leadership and operational teams, gaining broad exposure to accounting, finance, and the business as a whole.
Responsibilities
- Support the full accounting cycle for approximately several legal entities, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close.
- Prepare, review, and analyze journal entries, account reconciliations, supporting schedules, and financial results.
- Collaborate with the Controller, CFO, and senior leadership on reporting, financial analysis, process improvements, and day-to-day accounting operations.
- Work with manufacturing, distribution, and operations teams to understand business drivers and strengthen financial visibility.
- Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory accounting, internal controls, ERP processes, and accounting team workflows.
- Help lead and develop accounting team members while preparing for broader Controller-level responsibilities.
- Contribute to special projects, reporting improvements, and company-wide initiatives as the business grows.
Qualifications
- At least eight years of progressive accounting experience.
- CPA strongly preferred; candidates with a strong academic background and comparable experience will also be considered.
- Thorough full-cycle accounting experience and a sound understanding of accounting department operations.
- Experience overseeing accounting activities across multiple entities, business units, locations, or similarly complex operations.
- Strong command of GAAP, journal entries, reconciliations, financial statements, close processes, and internal controls.
- ERP experience required; Acumatica experience is a plus.
- Experience in manufacturing, chemicals, distribution, transportation, inventory accounting, or multi-location operations is helpful but not required.
- Prior management experience or a demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team.
- A record of tenure and career progression, along with strong ownership, communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a hands-on setting.
If you are qualified for this position, please click "apply now”. Thank you in advance for applying, however, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
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