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Assistant Controller
 QPS Employment Group | |
90,000
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 United States, Missouri, Marshfield | |
 Oct 10, 2026 | |
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Position Title: Assistant Controller
Wage: Based on Experience Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions is seeking a qualified and experienced finance and accounting professional to support financial operations, accounting activities, and business performance initiatives. This position in Marshfield, MO will play an important role in supporting financial accuracy, operational efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement across the organization. Assistant Controller Responsibilities: - Assist in developing, communicating, and analyzing financial plans, forecasts, and performance models for business units - Monitor working capital, inventory levels, and asset utilization to support financial and operational objectives - Prepare financial analyses to support capital project evaluations, strategic initiatives, and business case development - Analyze variances, trends, and operational KPIs to provide actionable insights to department leaders - Implement, monitor, and reinforce financial policies and procedures to support corporate compliance - Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process efficiencies and supporting data-driven decision-making - Oversee day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and revenue recognition processes - Ensure accurate and timely completion of budget, month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities - Maintain and enforce strong internal controls to ensure compliance with US GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements - Support internal and external audit processes by preparing schedules and documentation and responding to auditor inquiries - Assist in improving accounting processes through technology upgrades, ERP enhancements, and system automation - Support treasury-related activities, including cash management, banking functions, and coordination with the Credit function - Supervise assigned Accounting team members, providing guidance, feedback, coaching, and professional development support - Promote a culture of accuracy, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the Finance organization - Partner with Operations, Sales, Engineering, HR, and other departments to align financial objectives with broader business initiatives - Collaborate with IT and data analytics resources to improve financial reporting, dashboards, and data accessibility - Spend time in manufacturing and operational areas to understand processes, identify improvement opportunities, and ensure financial practices align with day-to-day operations - Support safety and security procedures in both office and operational environments - Participate in recruiting, onboarding, training, and development of finance and accounting staff Requirements for Assistant Controller: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required; CPA certification preferred - 5-7 years of progressive accounting or finance experience - Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment preferred - Strong knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and financial compliance requirements - Excellent analytical, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills - Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across departments and support operational objectives - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel - Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience preferred - Ability to work effectively in both office and operational/manufacturing environments - Some travel may be required IND345 Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions has the resources of a large company but the feel and personalized customer service of a small one. And our specialized recruiting services mean you don't just find a job. You find a role that helps you advance your career and achieve your goals - fast. Best of all, our job matching and resume assistance services are 100% free to job seekers! We will never ask you to pay a fee. Please note that Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions may use a virtual recruiting assistant to help screen and schedule candidates efficiently. All information collected through this process is used solely for employment purposes and is handled securely in accordance with our privacy policy. | |