Assistant, Controller jobs in North Carolina

Hexagon Agility is the leading global provider of clean fuel solutions for commercial vehicles and gas transportation solutions with more than $400 million in revenues. Our product offerings include (renewable) natural gas distribution systems, Type 4 composite natural gas cylinders and (renewable) natural gas fuel systems. These products transport clean gaseous fuels and enable vehicles to reduce emissions while saving operating costs. Join us in driving energy transformation. To learn more, visit our website at hexagonagility.com.

We are currently seeking an Assistant Controller. This position will be based out of our Salisbury, NC location, which is currently preparing for a significant expansion in operations. Candidates should expect a fast-paced, growth environment and have experience with multi-site operations. We are making significant investments to transform ourselves into more of a data-driven company and this position will play a key supporting role in enhancing financial performance management.

Overview

The Assistant Controller will report to the Director of Accounting and lead the accounting and reporting of the Fuel Systems and FleetCare divisions.

The job function and typical work activities include:

• Manage month-end closing for sites and prepare weekly/monthly financial statements and other operation reports.
• Support site leadership and cross-functional management teams with problem solving, analysis and commentary of drivers behind issues and variances to budget and forecasts.
• Review weekly/monthly KPI data with site teams to understand trends and help analyze root causes.
• Support the cost accounting functions for manufacturing as it pertains to inventory, costing, and ERP maintenance.
• Manage, coach and mentor direct reports responsible for site accounting functions and centralized AR/AP team supporting multi-location activities.
• Assist with preparation and inputs to annual budget and periodic financial forecasts.
• Oversight of sales/use tax to customer and supplier invoices; ensure the timely filing and payment of sales and use taxes to various jurisdictions; serve as point person on any sales tax matters/audits.
• Oversight of the filing of property tax returns and ensure timely payment.
• Proactively identifies and implements policy, process, and system improvements to increase overall efficiency and accuracy while maintaining expected results.
• Assist with preparation of the yearly external audits.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience working in a manufacturing environment and leading a team.
• Experienced user of larger ERP systems and financial reporting platforms.
• Strong business acumen and communications.
• Strong project management skills.
• Power user of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI or similar.

Professional Skills Qualifications

• Must be able to work across organization boundaries at all levels of the company to achieve site and corporate objectives.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and follow through to resolve outstanding issues.
• Solid knowledge of US GAAP.
• Cost accounting experience.
• Proficient in MS Office: Word and Outlook.
• Experience with ERP systems and accounting software.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple jobs and adapt to a rapidly changing work environment with fluctuating priorities and tight deadlines.
• Highly self-motivated with ability to bring a high-level of energy to work.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to analyze/interpret data and take appropriate action.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment at a plant location. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc.

Physical Demands

None.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Hexagon Agility is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and ensures that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Please apply online at: http://www.hexagonagility.com/careers.html