Assistant Controller

at  VanderHouwen

ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

Our client seeks an experienced Assistant Controller to join their growing organization! In this role, you’ll lead the day-to-day accounting operations of a collaborative and well-tenured team. The ideal candidate is a natural leader who enjoys creating a positive work environment.

Assistant Controller Responsibilities

• Oversee team members responsible for AP/AR, payroll, inventory, and general accounting functions.
• Review GL transactions and financial statements for accuracy; reconcile as required.
• Handle job costing and strategic financial planning activities.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and reporting; communicate findings to leadership.
• Prepare documentation and serve as a point person for internal/external audit requests.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations and internal controls.

Assistant Controller Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience supervising an accounting team.
• Strong knowledge of WIP and inventory accounting processes.
• Publicly traded company experience highly preferred.
• Tech-savvy with ERP systems, Power BI, and Excel (advanced).
• Excellent leadership, presentation, and communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Oversee team members responsible for AP/AR, payroll, inventory, and general accounting functions.
• Review GL transactions and financial statements for accuracy; reconcile as required.
• Handle job costing and strategic financial planning activities.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis and reporting; communicate findings to leadership.
• Prepare documentation and serve as a point person for internal/external audit requests.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations and internal controls