Job Description

Industry: Manufacturing
Education: CPA
Compensation $: 110-120K
Term: 12 month
Overview:
The Finance Department Limited (TFDL) specializes in the Strategic Placement of Accounting & Finance Professionals on a Contract or Permanent basis. For over 25 years, TFDL has been successfully servicing a select group of clients, providing them with the best Intermediate-to-Senior level talent in the industry. (BMH3xR1)
Our client an aluminum manufacturing company is looking for an Assistant Plant Controller for the contract duration.
Responsibilities:
Supervise daily postings in the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
Review and approve journal entries, accruals, intercompany transactions, and expense allocations.
Maintain accuracy of trial balance and subsidiary ledgers throughout the month.
Approve payment batches and verify that internal controls (authorization, coding, supporting documents) are respected.
Review daily bank balances and cash forecasts.
Partner with plant managers to review production data and variance root causes.
Generate management reporting packages: P&L by product line, margin analysis, working capital, and KPIs.
Support VP of Finance in board or executive deck preparation (graphs, commentary, analysis).
Support VP of Finance with borrowing base reports and covenant compliance for banks.
Own the month-end close process: GL reconciliations, accruals/prepaids, cut-offs and timely close.
Prepare and review month-end/quarterly management packages: P&L by segment, key variance explanations.
Ensure compliance with the company's accounting framework (ASPE) and government filing and reporting requirements.
Oversee BOM accuracy, labor and overhead allocation, machine/hour rates, inventory valuation and other cost accounting activities.
Supervise the finance team, team development and performance.
Qualifications:
CPA designation strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline
Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment (aluminum, metals, or related heavy industry experience preferred).
Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP/ASPE and cost accounting principles.
Demonstrated success in managing accounting teams and closing processes within a multi-site organization.
Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent) and advanced Excel skills.
Positive attitude and self-motivated, with a willingness to perform outside of their job description
Proven ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Skills Required