Assistant Controller

Blue Force Gear is proud to design and manufacture the world’s lightest and most cutting-edge military equipment – all made here in the USA! We have a dedicated team committed to the mission of our nation’s armed service, law enforcement, prepared citizen, and sporting enthusiast. Also important to our company culture is the spirit of “Always Better” – a quest for constant improvement both in the workplace and in your personal lives.

The Assistant Controller will perform accounting, budgeting, and other finance-related functions.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, developing, and implementing controls, policies, and standard operating procedures to ensure the accuracy of profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and critical financial reports.  The Assistant Controller must also be able to complete and submit any requirements for federal and/or state regulatory agencies, as needed.

Major Responsibilities

• Maintains multiple companies’ charts of accounts.

• Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.

• Maintains a system of controls over accounting transactions and corporate assets.

• Research technical accounting issues for compliance

• Establishes and maintains internal controls to support the financial infrastructure.

• Oversees and ensures the accuracy and productivity of day-to-day activities of all accounting operations, including: 

• Accounts Payables/Receivables

• Property Tax Filing

• Invoicing/Billing

• Customer Credits and Collections

• Sales Tax Reconciliation

• Inventory Integrity

• Fixed Asset Records

• General Accounting

• Revenue Recognition

• Assist in maintaining an accurate inventory control system to include:

• Participates in Periodic Inventory Counts

• Assist with Inventory discrepancy research

• Completes month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes including accurate and timely reporting for leadership review.

• Performs periodic bank reconciliations.

• Represents finance team on ad hoc teams and task forces, when needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

  Educational Requirements :

  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.  An advanced degree in Accounting and CPA preferred.

  Previous Experience :

  A minimum of five years of accounting/finance experience working as a Controller with proven track record in adding value to the company and executive staff.  Must have thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and experience with financial statements; general ledger functions; month, quarter, and year-end close processes.  Must have expertise in accounting and controls as well as compliance and reporting.  Experience with budgeting a plus.

  Competencies and Skills :

• High level mathematical skills

• Problem solving skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong customer service mentality

• High degree of accountability, follow-through, and emotional intelligence.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, and other financial systems

• Experience with BUSINESS Central or other Microsoft ERP Software a plus

• Ability to think strategically about how to build and refine systems and processes for effective organizational management and improvement.

• Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills with the ability to take a thoughtful approach to addressing challenges.

• Ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic work environment with a strong team culture.

• Ability to handle pressure well, be self-motivated and detail oriented.

• Infallible integrity and ethical standards

  Compensation & Benefit 

• Blue Force Gear offers opportunities for growth, work flexibility, competitive pay, and benefits. 

  Other Information 

• FLSA Classification: Exempt/Salary

  Blue Force Gear is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a Drug Free Workplace.

  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

   

   

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