Assistant Controller POST NUMBER: 450653
Dallas, TX One of Vaco’s PE-backed distribution clients north of $1B in revenue is looking to onboard an Assistant Controller ASAP. The company is in the midst of a ton of changes in terms of building out the accounting team as well as integrating several large acquisitions that closed EOY 2024 – ideal candidates will be process-focused with a “roll-up-your-sleeves” mentality. Compensation; $150-180K bonus Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in managing the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
- Monitor inventory accounting and cost of goods sold (COGS) to ensure accuracy and proper valuation
- Support the budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with operations and sales teams
- Maintain and improve internal controls over financial reporting and accounting procedures
- Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors to provide requested documentation
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure timely and accurate processing
- Provide financial analysis and reports to management for decision-making support
- Manage fixed assets tracking and depreciation schedules
- Help implement process improvements to increase efficiency in financial operations
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or progress toward CPA preferred)
- 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a distribution, logistics, or manufacturing environment
- Strong understanding of inventory, freight, and cost accounting
- Proficient in ERP/accounting systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics)
- Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to details
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