Assistant Controller

Business Summary A high-growth aerospace and defense manufacturing company providing advanced engineering, precision manufacturing, and integrated production solutions for spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and mission-critical defense systems. The organization operates in a highly regulated manufacturing environment focused on operational excellence, financial discipline, quality, scalability, and continuous improvement. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field CPA, SOX, EPICOR, Blackline preferred 5+ years of accounting and finance experience, preferably within manufacturing or aerospace environments Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills Understanding of inventory accounting, cost accounting, and manufacturing operations Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, and month-end close processes Knowledge of revenue recognition and percentage-of-completion accounting is a plus Strong analytical, organizational, leadership, and communication skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment Day to Day Responsibilities Support accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance with U.S. GAAP Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis Supervise accounting functions including reporting, billing, budgeting, and reconciliations Support payroll reconciliations, banking transactions, and cash flow forecasting Analyze labor, material, overhead, inventory, and production costs while identifying trends and variances Prepare financial reports, gross margin analysis, and management reporting packages Maintain and strengthen internal controls, audit support, and SOX compliance documentation Partner with operational leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives Support ERP and process improvement initiatives across finance and operations Coordinate audit requests, reporting requirements, and ad hoc financial analysis for leadership Monitor inventory valuation and manufacturing cost reporting to ensure accuracy and compliance Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across departments