Assistant Controller Jobs in Spokane, WA (NOW HIRING)

Description

CONTROLLER

Job Description

SYTECH is a growing precision metal fabrication company located in Spokane, WA. The Controller is responsible for maximizing financial returns on assets by establishing financial policies, procedures, controls and reporting systems. The Controller protects assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls. Position requires collection, analysis, and consolidation of financial data. Compliance with all federal, state, and local requirements is expected and regular study of existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, filing financial reports, and advising management on needed actions when required.  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Developing internal control guidelines, policies and procedures for budget accounting, cash and credit management, administration, and other activities.
• Guiding financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement plans for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Establish targets and manage all accounting and finance employees including management accountants and internal auditors.
• Develop budgets that meet the requirements of company departments.
• Providing support for management, particularly in commercial and financial matters.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to drive the business performance of the organization.
• Complete financial reports, lead month-end closing process and conduct monthly financial forecast.
• Perform regular financial analysis.
• Recognize patterns in company spending, revenue, and recommend solutions to any problem areas.
• Preparing and presenting financial reports and risk analysis.
• Create reports that help senior leadership understand
• Establishing and maintaining financial controls with the accounting department.
• Coordinating and directing budgeting, procurement, investment activities and financial planning.
• Oversee the financial strategic planning of the company by evaluating its performance and potential risks.
• Understand and calculate risks involved in the financial activities of the organization.
• Make estimates of funds required for short and long-term financial objectives of the organization.
• Prudently make investments on assets that maximize returns.
• Strategize fund procurement through banks and other financial institutions.
• Achieve proper mix of equity and debt to minimize cost and maximize operational profit.
• Coordinate with external financial entities on behalf of the company.
• Ensuring compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements and professional standards.
• Supervise all audit and internal control processes.
• Guarantee compliance with financial laws and guidelines.
• Plan, organize and execute financial tasks and projects of the organization.
• Manage and monitor metrics, KPI tracking and reports.
• Plans and oversees the accounting functions and Staff
• Verifying/posting bank activity 
• Balance/Process Accounts Payable 
• Review and processing of Customer Accounts Receivable Invoicing.
• Collections
• Preparation and maintenance of UL label usage.
• Other Duties as required for accounting and administrative support.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Degree om Finance/Accounting or related, CPA Preferred
• 5 years of work experience as a Finance Manager 
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Understanding of economic principles, financial markets, and banking
• Understanding of financial data analysis and reporting
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP and other financial planning software.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret applicable laws and regulations.

Physical Demands

• Ability to tolerate extreme temperatures for extended periods of time, when needed.
• Lift up to 25 lbs on an occasional basis. Occasional lifting and/or pushing or pulling could be required.
• Generally, the job requires 5% standing and 95% sitting.
• Natural or corrected vision to see and focus for color and perceive color differences, under normal lighting conditions.
• Frequently it is required to reach with hands and arms.

Culture/Expectations:

All positions vary in assignment based on the current needs of the business. Lots of potential for cross training. All individuals must be willing and able to move throughout the shop to contribute to the success of achieving each day's goals.

All positions vary in assignment based on the current needs of the business. Lots of potential for cross training. All individuals must be willing and able to move throughout the shop to contribute to the success of achieving each day's goals.

All employees are expected to understand and maintain the core values of Sytech. The Core Values of Sytech are VITAL to the mission and to the future growth and the quality of the products that we manufacture. 

Staff are always expected to act in a safe manner and ensure that those around them do not put themselves or others at risk. Safety is everyone's responsibility. At ALL times working safely is a condition of employment.

All employees are expected to interact with other members of the organization in a professional and respectful manner with the goal of producing on-time and quality work being the highest priority. Friendly interpersonal relationships are encouraged, but performance and quality, focus and productivity are required.

All employees must maintain a professional attitude and approach to issues within the company, their own department, and other departments with which they interact.

This job description is not meant to be all inclusive of duties. Others can and will be assigned.

Annual Salary is $98,000 - $130,000.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental and Vision with premium sharing

EAP

401-K with 4% Match

Life and AD&D Insurance of $50,000 with additional Voluntary benefits available

2 weeks of PTO after a year

Sick leave is based on WA leave policy.

6 paid holidays

Job Type: Full-time - EXEMPT

Bi-weekly payroll periods

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Degree om Finance/Accounting or related, CPA Preferred

5 years of work experience as a Finance Manager 

Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Understanding of economic principles, financial markets, and banking

Understanding of financial data analysis and reporting

Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.

Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Excellent report-writing and communication skills.

Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office, SAP and other financial planning software.

Ability to accurately read and interpret applicable laws and regulations.