Asst Controller (Manufacturing) at Ohio Associated Enterprises LLC

Painesville, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

General Accounting, Cost Accounting, Financial Reporting, GAAP, SOX compliance, Internal controls, Variance analysis, Cash management, Accounts payable, Accounts receivable, Payroll processing, ERP systems, Macola ES, Sage 50, Crystal Reports, Microsoft Excel

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Description Meritec is seeking talented team players in our Painesville, Ohio facility who are committed to pushing the boundaries of interconnect technology performance and innovation. Join us and connect your career to the future. The Assistant Controller (Manufacturing) is responsible for supporting the management, design, and maintenance of financial reporting processes in accordance with corporate policies and procedures. This includes oversight of General Accounting, Cost Accounting, Financial Reporting, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable/Credit & Collections. This position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, on-site at our manufacturing facility located in Painesville, Ohio. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES · Demonstrate Meritec values and share the organizational commitment to ensuring quality products and processes. · Actively participate on the Business Unit Team to support objectives such as new product development and existing product improvements. · Maintain general ledger including preparation, review, and posting journal entries, review of balance sheet accounts for accuracy throughout the month, and timely and accurately supported balance sheet reconciliations. · Research and document variance analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and company procedures. · Support SOX/internal controls throughout the business unit. · Ensure accurate and timely submission of monthly financial statements and supporting schedules with internal policies and external regulations. · Assist in timely completion of monthly financial upload to corporate office. · Prepare monthly sales and bookings reporting for reconciliation. · Perform cash management including payment of vendors and transfer of cash to foreign locations as required. · Provide guidance and oversight to monitor, support, and advise on accounts receivable, credit, and collections functions to ensure accuracy and compliance. · Provide guidance and oversight to monitor, support, and advise the accounts payable function to maximize corporate cash flow while maintaining purchasing power. · Review and approve payroll registers for accuracy and proper financial and tax reporting. · Assist Controller with auditor interactions and requests, internal and external, annually, and quarterly. · Coordinate corporate card programs. QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS · Bachelor’s degree in accounting required. · 5–7 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, with demonstrated expertise in standard costing and general accounting. Equivalent internal experience may also be considered. · Background in public company compliance, including SOX, internal controls, navigating reporting, and audit requirements is required. · Knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory reporting requirements. · Awareness of tax, audit, treasury, and compliance procedures. · High integrity, ethical standards, and a commitment to confidentiality. · Excellent analytical skills with the ability to think logically and independently in high-pressure environment. · Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. · Strategic thinker with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights. · Strong adaptability and willingness to continuously learn. · Knowledge of ERP and other electronic accounting systems, such as Macola ES, Sage 50, Synergy, and Crystal Reports. · Proficient in Microsoft office applications, especially Excel. · To conform with US export regulations and ITAR 120.15 and EAR Part 772, incumbents for this role must be eligible for any required authorizations from the US government. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS · Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods, up to 8 hours per workday. · Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, and office equipment. · Ability to move about inside the office and occasionally in a manufacturing or warehouse environment. · Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, or crouch to access files, equipment, or supplies. · Must be able to lift, carry, or move objects up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., files, binders, or office supplies). · Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form, including close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus as required for computer use and reviewing printed materials. · Position may occasionally require use of appropriate PPE (e.g., safety glasses, footwear) when entering production areas. Benefits • Healthcare benefits • Fully paid life insurance • Health Savings Account with company contribution • 401(k) employer match • On-Site Fitness Center • Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Growth and Development Opportunities • Positive culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion Meritec is a well-established, growth-oriented, signal integrity leader and preferred vertically integrated manufacturer of high-performance electrical and electronic interconnect embedded systems and connectors with over fifty-years of innovation, serving world-wide markets with cost-effective solutions. Meritec and its affiliated companies are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, work related mental or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Responsibilities

The Assistant Controller is responsible for managing financial reporting processes, including general accounting, cost accounting, and accounts payable/receivable. They also support internal controls, SOX compliance, and provide financial analysis to assist the business unit team.