Assistant Controller

MP Systems is hiring an Assistant Controller to work in New Berlin, WI and East Troy, WI. The Assistant Controller works with the Controller to lead the finance/accounting organization by providing information, primarily financial in nature, about all company activities that will assist management, its shareholders and other users in making educated economic decisions about the company's future.

Financial Planning & Analysis and Financial Reporting:

• Leads month-end accounting close process to ensure effective, timely and accurate results
• Leads financial planning & analysis process
• Provides sound financial advice and help shape strategic objectives with senior leadership.
• Develops strategic presentations
• Provide oversight to Payroll, AR and AP functions
• Prepare accurate and timely branch profit and loss reports, cash flow and other supporting reports.
• Facilitate annual budget process
• Manages monthly account reconciliations
• Coordinate with external auditors in annual and special audit functions
• Manages Ad Hoc requests

Risk Management:

• Facilitate licensing requirements for various states, counties, cities, and occupations
• Maintain current database of various licenses
• Understand and facilitate proper sales tax reporting in all applicable jurisdictions
• Work with payroll to properly enroll and account for Owner or Contractor Controlled Insurance Programs (OCIP or CCIP)
• Ensures policy, procedures and systems provide effective internal controls and meets regulatory guidelines
• Study existing control procedures and policies, present findings and make recommendations to management.
• Ensures effective utilization of ERP system and system upgrades
• Identify outdated accounting procedures and work flow bottlenecks; recommend solutions

Team Development:

• Coaches and mentors various employees
• Manages performance reviews and development plans
• Develops training plans across various functions
• Identifies and pursues development opportunities for team
• Understand all processes and facilitate cross training in the areas of Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable

Qualifications:

• Certified Public Accountant status required
• Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting required
• 6+ years of related experience preferred
• 3 years of Supervisory experience is required
• Positive safety attitude and personal integrity - both are non-negotiable
• Strong background in accounting with knowledge of construction accounting
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft suite of applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results- orientation
• Knowledge of all relevant Federal, State and local requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey information and ideas in letters, memos and presentations, so others will understand
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a wide cross section of individuals
• Competence to keep company information strictly confidential
• Commitment to company values
• Ability to see details and recognize errors, working within precise standards of accuracy

PPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Disabled/Veterans/Females are encouraged to apply