Assistant Controller

LHH is partnering with an established manufacturing organization in Gilbert, Arizona that is looking to add an Assistant Controller to its accounting leadership team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being more than a reviewer. We’re looking for a hands-on accounting leader who understands manufacturing, knows full-cycle accounting, and is comfortable rolling up their sleeves while developing a team. You’ll have the opportunity to make a visible impact on the accounting function by strengthening processes, building SOPs, improving controls, and coaching a developing accounting team.What You’ll Be DoingOversee day-to-day accounting operations and help drive an accurate, timely month-end closeManage full-cycle accounting activities, including general ledger, AP/AR, inventory, fixed assets, payroll, and financial reportingPrepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial resultsLead, coach, and develop accounting staff while providing hands-on trainingPartner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and business decision-makingStrengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and standard operating proceduresSupport annual audits, tax compliance, and regulatory reportingMaintain accurate fixed asset and depreciation schedulesIdentify opportunities to make accounting processes more efficient and scalableWork cross-functionally with operations and other departments to improve financial visibilityHelp bring additional structure and consistency to a growing, evolving accounting environmentWhat We’re Looking ForMust-haves:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field5+ years of progressive accounting experienceManufacturing accounting experiencePrior supervisory or management experienceStrong understanding of full-cycle accounting and GAAPExperience with inventory and fixed asset accountingAdvanced Excel skillsAbility to operate effectively in an environment that is still building and refining processesA hands-on leadership style with a genuine interest in teaching, coaching, and developing peopleNice to have:CPA or Master’s degreePower BI or similar reporting/analytics experiencePayroll and/or 401(k) administration exposureTax experienceInternational, multi-entity, or foreign currency exposureExperience improving ERP-driven accounting processesWhy Consider It?This isn't a role where you'll be limited to one narrow piece of accounting. You'll have exposure across the organization and the ability to put your stamp on the accounting function.You can expect:Strong health benefitsEmployer-supported 401(k)Approximately 3 weeks of paid time offCareer growth and advancement potentialBroad exposure across accounting, finance, and operationsAn opportunity to build processes instead of simply inheriting themA leadership team that values a hands-on, collaborative accounting partnerThe ability to see the tangible impact of your workIf you're a manufacturing accounting professional who likes the combination of technical accounting, leadership, process improvement, and getting into the details, this could be an excellent next step.Apply now.