Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller (Manufacturing / Consumer Products)

Vero Beach, FL (Onsite | Hybrid flexibility after ramp-up)

About the Opportunity

A growing and acquisitive organization within the consumer products / manufacturing industry is seeking an Assistant Controller to support and lead accounting operations for a large, multi-site business unit.

This is a high-visibility, hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced, production-driven environment. The organization is experiencing significant growth and scaling operations, creating strong demand for an accounting leader who can balance technical accounting expertise with operational partnership.

Compensation

• Base: $125,000 - $140,000

• Bonus: 15% target

About the Role

The Assistant Controller will serve as a key partner to regional and operational leadership, overseeing core accounting functions while driving process improvements across a complex manufacturing environment.

This role requires a strong foundation in general ledger accounting and financial reporting, along with exposure to cost accounting and inventory-driven operations. You will play a critical role in strengthening financial processes, improving close timelines, and supporting continued business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Leadership

• Oversee full-cycle general ledger accounting, ensuring accuracy and completeness

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes

• Review and approve journal entries, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations

• Support preparation and review of financial statements in accordance with GAAP

Operational & Manufacturing Accounting

• Partner with operations leadership to monitor financial performance and cost drivers

• Support inventory accounting and cost-related processes across production environments

• Assist with cost accounting initiatives and financial visibility across operations

Process Improvement & Transformation

• Drive improvements to close processes, reporting timelines, and internal controls

• Identify opportunities for automation and workflow optimization

• Support system enhancements and ERP-related initiatives where applicable

Audit, Compliance & Growth Initiatives

• Assist with external audits and compliance requirements

• Support integration efforts tied to acquisitions and business expansion

• Contribute to building scalable processes to support ongoing growth

Requirements

Core Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of progressive accounting experience

• Strong foundation in general ledger accounting and month-end close ownership

• Experience with:

• Balance sheet reconciliations

• Accruals and journal entries

• Financial statement preparation and review

• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP

Leadership & Business Partnership

• Experience managing or mentoring accounting staff

• Ability to partner directly with operations and cross-functional leadership

• Hands-on, detail-oriented approach with a willingness to dive into day-to-day accounting

Preferred Experience

• Background in manufacturing, consumer products, or other inventory-driven industries

• Exposure to:

• Cost accounting

• Inventory accounting

• Multi-site or multi-entity environments

• Experience in high-growth or acquisition-driven organizations

• ERP experience (NetSuite or similar)

• Advanced Excel skills

Pay Details: $125,000.00 to $140,000.00 per year

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