Assistant Controller

*OPEN TO CANDIDATES IN THE DETROIT AREA*

Are you passionate about creating high-quality products and contributing to the product development process? SyBridge Technologies is seeking a talented **Assistant Controller** to join our dynamic team

From design to production, we utilize cutting-edge digital technologies to help our clients achieve their product development goals. As a **Assistant Controller** you will play a crucial role. The Assistant Controller reports to the VP of Finance and is responsible for overseeing financial operations and providing strategic financial guidance for multiple sites within the organization. This role requires strong accounting fundamentals, analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate financial information to stakeholders at various levels. The Assistant Controller plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, optimizing operational efficiency, and supporting decision-making processes across multiple locations.

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Corporate Profile:_**

**_ About Crestview Partners:_**

**_ Responsibilities:_**
- Financial Management: Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulations and company standards. Monitor and analyze financial performance of multiple sites, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Provide recommendations to improve financial efficiency and effectiveness.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, for each site. Consolidate financial information from multiple sites and present financial reports to senior management, highlighting key insights and trends.
- Month-end close (journal entries, account reconciliations, etc.) and financial review analysis for multiple ledgers
- Cost Management: Identify cost-saving opportunities and collaborate with site managers to develop and implement cost control measures. Monitor expenditures, analyze cost trends, and provide guidance on cost optimization strategies across sites.
- Internal Controls: Establish and maintain internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Conduct periodic audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and make recommendations for improvement.
- Operational Support: Collaborate with site managers and operational teams to analyze and optimize business processes. Provide financial insights to support decision-making related to resource allocation, capacity planning, and investment opportunities.
- Team Leadership: Lead a team of finance professionals responsible for financial operations at multiple sites. Provide guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback to ensure high-quality work and professional development.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a financial advisor to site managers, department heads, and other stakeholders. Communicate financial results, trends, and forecasts in a clear and concise manner and provide insights to support strategic initiatives and business growth.
- Traveling to manufacturing sites
- Other requirements as requested

**_ Qualifications:_**
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. A master's degree or CPA qualification is preferred.
- Familiarity with financial consolidation systems like Hyperion or One Stream
- Experience in percentage of completion accounting
- Experience in a dynamic reporting network (multiple locations, countries, currencies, etc.)
- Minimum of 10 years of directly related work experience in Finance or Accounting
- Experience working with at least 3-5 direct reports
- Proven experience in financial management, preferably in a multi-site or multi-entity environment.
- Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, financial analysis, and budgeting.
- Proficiency in financial software and systems
- MS Word (proficient), Excel (Advanced - VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, SUMIF, Text to Columns, Charts, etc.), PowerPoint (Advanced)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
- Leadership and team management skills to guide and motivate a finance team.
- Must be flexible/adaptable and very comfortable with ambiguity, quickly identify and prioritize needs and be a self-starter.
- Proven track record in Process improvements
- OpenStream experience preferred by not required.
- D-365 experience preferred not required.

**_ What We Offer:_**
- Competitive salary with opportunities for paid overtime
- Comprehensive benefits package effective from day one
- Pension plan (after 1 year)
- Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills
- Our commitment to your personal and professional growth
- Membership & Professional Fee Pr