Assistant Controller - Buffalo, NY

Position Summary

Responsible for financial planning and analysis function for the US Consumer Products Services activity for assigned business segments. Acts as a business partner with leadership by providing finance functional leadership, supporting strategic and growth activities, advising on operations and financial improvements.

Major Roles & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate financial statements for monthly close, including analysis of results and presentation to management.
• Responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the Sales and Financial reporting.
• Develop, manage and lead the forecast and annual budget processes.
• Perform regular analyses on costs and productivity and interpret information on variances versus targets.
• Prepare recommendations and work with local management for improvement actions.
• Plan all necessary tasks to ensure that deadlines are met.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors during the audits.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook. Excellent Excel skill level required.
• Self-motivated and self-managed with high degree of honesty, integrity, and work ethic.
• Effective team leader with the ability to motivate and engage the team.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information.
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and demanding environment.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Possess an energetic commitment to work and quality.

Experience and Educational Background Required for the Job:

• 4 year technical degree with 5+ years experience in a related role.
• Worked for a Big 4 CPA firm is a plus.
• CPA certification a plus
• JD Edwards experience a plus.

Schedule: M-F onsite (preferable), open to considering a hybrid work schedule ( 3 days on-site, 2 days WFH)

Compensation Range: $110,000 - $120,000 annually (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as locations, education, experience, and skillset).