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Our client, a growing medical manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Assistant Controller to join their accounting leadership team. This role is ideal for a technically strong accounting professional coming out of a Big 4 public accounting foundation who has successfully transitioned into industry and enjoys owning the general ledger, driving the month-end close process, and ensuring GAAP compliance in a fast-paced environment. Reporting directly to the Controller, this position offers strong visibility across the organization, leadership responsibility, and clear upward mobility as the company continues to grow.
Job Responsibility
Own and manage the company's general ledger function across multiple accounting areas
Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process with a focus on accuracy and timeliness
Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with US GAAP
Support and improve internal controls, accounting processes, and close procedures
Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses
Assist with external audits and serve as a key liaison with auditors
Partner cross-functionally with operational and finance teams within the manufacturing environment
Mentor, develop, and manage a growing accounting team
Assist the Controller with financial reporting, process improvements, and strategic initiatives
Support ERP optimization efforts and accounting system enhancements
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required
Active CPA required
Public accounting foundation from a Big 4 firm strongly preferred
Prior industry experience required, ideally within manufacturing, medical device, healthcare manufacturing, or a product-based environment
Strong ownership mentality around the full general ledger and close process is critical
Deep understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting
Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP preferred, but not required
Proven leadership experience or demonstrated ability to mentor/manage staff
Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to operate in a collaborative environment
Does not need industry experience, but does need to have CPA and come from a Big4/Public background
Nice to have
Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP preferred, but not required
What we offer
full benefits
tons of room for growth
Flexible onsite work environment
High-visibility role reporting directly to leadership
Clear path for upward mobility and career growth
Opportunity to help build and scale a growing accounting function