The Connexa Search Group is recruiting for an Assistant Controller to join a well-established manufacturing company in Salinas, California. This is a hands-on role with a blend of accounting, operational support, and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and eager to grow into broader responsibilities over time.
This is a fully on-site position (Monday through Friday).
Key Responsibilities:
- Support monthly and weekly financial reporting, estimates, and month-end close
- Lead or assist with operational analysis and profit improvement initiatives
- Supervise accounts payable processes and personnel
- Perform general ledger entries, journal entries, and reconciliations
- Oversee inventory reconciliation and support warehouse operations with inventory corrections
- Produce and distribute sales reports to internal stakeholders
- Assist with annual budget development and ongoing variance analysis
- Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls
- Provide backup and support across all core accounting functions
- Partner cross-functionally with sales, operations, and customer service teams
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred (or equivalent experience)
- 2+ years of relevant accounting experience is ideal. This role may fit for those with up to 5-7 years experience.
- Strong Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, basic macros)
- Working knowledge of GAAP and general accounting principles
- Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is a plus
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Must be comfortable working on-site and wearing PPE (safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, etc.)
This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys a mix of daily execution and cross-functional problem-solving. There is room for growth and increasing responsibility over time.
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Reach out to me directly: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonclarkrecruiter/
Email: Brandon.Clark@ConnexaSearch.com