Assistant Controller

Summary

The Assistant Controller is responsible for managing and maintaining the cost accounting system, incorporating understanding of manufacturing operations and provide accounting and analyst services for Trelleborg Medical Solutions Northborough.

The Assistant Controller will also prepare and report on various financial information while assisting with Accounts Payable. They will provide observations regarding trends and offer suggestions for improvements.

This position also includes checking figures, postings, and documents for accuracy. Ensure compliance with Trelleborg financial reporting policies and Internal Controls.  Record, store, access, and/or analyze JDE’s financial information. Classify, code, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and prepare, maintain, audit, and distribute statistical, financial, accounting, auditing, or payroll reports and tables.

Salary Range: $98,000 to $122,900

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Reviews and posts daily manufacturing accounting entries.
• Analyzes accounting documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Uses automated systems to input data, reconcile accounts including bank accounts and respond to inquiries.
• Performs closing activities and ensures compliance with Trelleborg financial reporting policies. Including month end, quarter end and year end BPC reporting.
• Support payroll and reconcile all payroll related accounts and assists in the review of the payroll computation.
• Provides technical assistance to AP, including assisting with vendor/customer relations
• Manage fixed asset reporting including IFRS leases
• Reviews cost and variance trends; researching significant variations and recommending appropriate response.
• Prepares daily operating performance analysis; including inventory movements, sales, and cost of goods sold, to identify significant issues in a timely fashion.
• Reviews new BOMs and Routers submitted for cost freeze for accuracy.
• Performs monthly inventory valuation and reconciliation of cost ledgers.
• Evaluates and approves cost review requests, including operating impact analysis.
• Process CAPEX requests, tracking spend and capitalize asset as required.
• Performs data analysis using ODBC reporting tools as required to perform job duties or as requested by management staff.
• Performs data management tasks in JDE through the use of Z-files and mass upload capabilities.
• Prepares and files tax forms as necessary
• Prepares and monitors operating forecasts based on budgets. Review significant variations and analyze operating impact.
• Establishes labor and overhead rates in line with operating budgets.
• Performs annual cost roll and inventory revaluation. Works with purchasing and operations management to enhance accuracy of cost components.
• Assists other employees with information and/or analysis when requested.
• Demonstrates understanding, support and consistent application of our Vision, Mission and Core Values
• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or any related field
• 5+ years supporting a manufacturing business
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office

Desired:

• 4+ years of Cost accounting
• 4+ years using ERP systems
• CPA Certificate
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel

Competencies

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively
• Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver a world class performance
• Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines
• Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes
• Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately
• Commitment to making improvements company wide
• Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office
• Ability to maintain a professional and respectful relationship with coworkers and company in a leadership capacity
• Problem solving; Ability to overcome obstacles
• Strong knowledge of GAAP
• Demonstrated ability to utilize ERP system to support operations
• Comprehensive understanding of General Ledger, Manufacturing Accounting, Inventory Control and Accounts Payable