Assistant Controller at Beacon Hill Staffing Group, LLC in Columbia, Tennessee

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION
ASSISTANT CONTROLLER: DETAILS

Title: Assistant Controller
Location: Columbia TN
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Rate: $90k-100k
Type: Contract to Hire | Direct Hire
Hours: Standard Business Hours | Monday - Friday
Note: This is 100% onsite position



REQUIREMENTS: ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

* Bachelor's degree in accounting
* 4+ years of recent experience working as an Accountant looking to elevate into an assistant controller
* Cost accounting experience
* Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting
* Familiarity with IFRS accounting standards a plus
* Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance in a manufacturing environment
* Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling
* CPA or CMA certification preferred but not required



RESPONSIBILITIES: ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

* Assist in the timely preparation of financial statements, reports, and analysis for management
* Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal financial policies
* Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals
* Maintain and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets
* Oversee cost accounting functions, including standard costing, and variance analysis
* Analyze manufacturing costs, labor, and overhead expenses to provide insights for management
* Partner with operations teams to improve inventory valuation and cycle count accuracy
* Ensure accurate reporting of inventory and work-in-progress (WIP) accounts
* Support daily cash processing and ensure that all items, including intercompany, have been posted in the proper general ledger and asset accounts
* Assist with state and federal tax filing requirements
* Supervise, train, and mentor accounting staff to enhance their technical and professional development
* Assist in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations of accounting team members
* Foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration within the department
* Experienced Senior Accountant / Assistant Controller to join our team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled accounting professional with a background in manufacturing, cost accounting, and inventory management seeking to grow into a Senior Controller role.
* Assist in developing annual budgets and periodic forecasts
* Monitor actual performance against budget and provide variance analysis
* Support financial planning initiatives and strategic decision-making
* Ensure compliance with tax regulations, audits, and financial reporting requirements
* Identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency improvements
* Assist in ERP system implementations and enhancements related to accounting and reporting


Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.



California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


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Company Profile:


Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.


Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.


Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com .


Benefits Information:


Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.


We look forward to working with you.


Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™