Assistant Controller - JANICKI INDUSTRIES : Job Details

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join our growing team.

This position may split time between our Bellingham and Sedro-Woolley, WA offices with occasional travel between sites as needed for business purposes. Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Jump on board for an exciting journey in scenic NW Washington State where you will become an empowered key member of our Finance and Accounting team. This is a unique opportunity to make an impact with a great team and fast-growing aerospace and defense manufacturing company. You will receive exposure and learn all aspects of the business, while developing your accounting expertise.

We're searching for an exceptional, self-motivated individual with a passion, not only for accounting, but for understanding processes and solving problems. We insist on a high level of integrity for this role and value intellect, humor, and humility. If you strive to be on track to be a Finance VP or even CFO someday, this could be the role for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Assist the Controller in overseeing financial operations of the company

* Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial records, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll

* Perform detailed reviews of key GL accounts, investigate and correct any issues

* Develop expertise in assigned functional areas and provide updates to senior management

* Help manage the day-to-day accounting functions related to general accounting, project accounting, accounts receivable / payable, payroll and fixed assets

* Support management of the company's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

* Assist with month-end closing and reporting, forecasting and expense management

* Become proficient in our SAP ERP system

* Collaborate across the organization on solutions to complex problems

* Resolve high level financial reporting issues and assists FP&A in variance explanations

* Actively engage with Operations personnel to improve processes, actively support the management team, serving as the Controller when the Controller is off-site

* Assist Controller with managing government cost accounting standards (CAS) implementation & support

* Willingness to learn about and provide support for government contract audits & DCAA compliant accounting system design and implementation

* Support Manufacturing Operations with cost accounting expertise and

* Under minimal supervision, responsible for coordinating and reporting various activities as they relate to producing financial information

* Take on ad hoc financial projects as assigned by the company President and CFO

QUALIFICATIONS

Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* BA in Finance or Accounting, or related field, and at least three years of professional experience in accounting, finance, or similar fields, preferably in aerospace or as a government contractor

* Demonstrated high level of academic and professional accomplishment

* Must have or be in the process of obtaining a CPA license

* Extremely organized with strong investigative and follow-up skills as well as attention to details

* Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

* Salary range for this role is between $80,000 - $110,000, plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. The range provided is Janicki's estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities.

BENEFITS

* Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution

* Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance

* HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)

* 401k with employer matching

* Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)

* Education reimbursement program

* Several shift options

* Premium pay for off-shifts

Not sure that you'll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We'll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries' Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) ###-####.

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki's work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.