Assistant Controller
Who is Senior plc?
Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 26 operating businesses in 12 countries. Senior designs, manufactures, and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment producers in the worldwide aerospace, defense, and land vehicle and power & energy markets. The Group is split into two divisions, Aerospace and Flexonics, servicing five key sectors.
Our global values underpin what we do, and how we do it …
Safety – Integrity – Customer Focus – Respect & Trust – Accountability – Excellence
Who is Senior Aerospace Ketema?
We are a technology-driven, team-oriented company that takes pride in the relationships we build with our customers, suppliers, and with each other. We offer exciting career opportunities in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment and reward employees who are motivated, innovative, and results-oriented. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join us in engineering solutions for our customers.
We are currently seeking a full-time Assistant Controller for our El Cajon location.
The expected pay scale for this role is $91,000.00 - $109,000.00
What Does the Job Involve?
Responsible for overseeing accounting functions under general direction of Controller. Ensure the timely preparation of the month-end close including, but not limited to, journal entries, account reconciliations, revenue recognition, cost analysis, and overall financial statement analysis and reporting. Assist the Controller and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with the preparation and analysis of budgetary financial data.
What will my responsibilities include?
- Timely preparation of the monthly financial close, including but not limited to: journal entry preparation and review, general ledger cost analysis including the review of labor and overhead variances, inventory adjustments, and month-end work in process reconciliations, revenue recognition analysis, including gross margin reconciliation reports, preparation of depreciation and fixed asset accounting entries within separate accounting software, preparation of month end account reconciliations for a majority of balance sheet accounting and preparation of weekly key financial indicators and soft close reports.
- Support cost accounting activities that determine costs of business activity such as raw material Purchases, inventory, and labor. May involve analysis of data obtained and report results.
- Lead the preparation of short-term cash flow projections, including the forecasting of future receipts and disbursements. Manage past due collections, prioritize vendor payments, and manage banking activities.
- Lead year-end financial audit preparation including “Prepared By Client” schedules.
- Prepare or assist with the preparation of various financial reports and charts on a timely basis.
- Support annual physical inventory count, liaise with the external auditor, and ensure compliance with accounting standards and requirements.
- Assist the Controller and CFO with the preparation of annual budget data. Assist with cost control procedures. May conduct special cost studies and/or develop or improve methods of controlling and calculating cost.
- Drive the use and contribute to the further development of ERP system functionality. Streamline accounting processes where possible. Effectively integrate the use of Microsoft Office systems for analysis and presentation of ERP data.
- Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to act as a change agent, respond to shifting or establishing of priorities or deadlines, and work in a team environment.
- Be capable of working independently without close supervision when necessary; be a self-starter and prioritize tasks accordingly.
- Must be detail-oriented, familiar with personal computers including Microsoft Office, and possess a high level of integrity. Must be familiar with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Assist Controller and oversee department personnel (Staff Accountant, Payroll, and Accounts Payable). Provide guidance over daily work activities.
- Demonstrate ability to appear for work on time, follow directions from a supervisor, interact well with co-workers, understand, and follow work rules and procedures, comply with corporate policies, goals, and objectives, accept constructive criticism, establish goals and objectives, and exhibit initiative and commitment.
What Key Skills and Experience Do I Need?
- Ability to establish effective relationships with Senior Management and Operations teams for close partnership and collaboration.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Impeccable analytical and organizational skills.
- Self-motivated and self-directed.
What Qualifications Should I Have?
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5 plus years of accounting experience, manufacturing industry preferred. Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS accounting standards is required.
Why Join Senior Aerospace Ketema?
Joining Senior means not only a rewarding career with a tight-knit and collaborative team, but you will also enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes a market-led base salary, commission plan, and a comprehensive benefits package along with wellness benefits, employee recognition program, matching 401k plan, paid vacation, flexible hours, employee wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, and community involvement initiatives.
If an offer of employment is made it will be contingent upon passing all of the following: Drug Test, Background Check, ITAR, and U.S. Export Compliance Screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran
Access to our facility (and, therefore, employment) is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. refugees, asylees, or temporary residents under amnesty provisions [as defined in 8 USC 1324b(a)(3)] and properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for trade compliance control purposes. Additionally, potential employee’s names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive technical data.