Assistant Controller - Ontario, United States - Dexter Axle

Dexter Axle

Verified Company

Ontario, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

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Overview:

Dexter, the premier manufacturer and supplier of axles, suspension, brakes, doors, venting products, trailer parts, accessories, and towing components serving the commercial trailer, RV, heavy-duty, marine, agriculture, and manufactured housing markets has an opportunity for
an Assistant Controller at our manufacturing facility located in
Ingersoll, Ontario_.

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Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Dexter has manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Employing state-of-the-art robotics, precision welding equipment, and automated machining processes, Dexter has achieved many years of success through a commitment to the principles of superior quality, continuous improvement, and unparalleled customer service.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Controller maximizes return on financial assets by establishing financial policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems.

Continuously in contact with persons inside and outside organization as member of Heavy-Duty team
Timely financial reporting, financial cost analysis, and interpreting financial information for senior management.
Ability to support more than one location and more than one currency
Development and reporting of KPI's for various operational areas.
Balance Sheet management, including physical inventory counts, monitoring inventory metrics, days sales, days payables, customer credit oversight, etc.
Financial closings and balance sheet reconciliations to support the General Ledger
Annual budgeting and capital planning processes. Monthly forecasting
Develop, maintain and monitor internal controls.
Maintain and monitor accounting policies and procedures.
Ensure the systems, plans and objectives in the area of financial analysis, controls and reporting, taxation, treasury and audit are consistent with Corporate and Divisional goals.
Preparation of monthly sales tax and corporate income tax filings
Collecting and producing information for Corporate and/or Divisional planning and control
Capital expenditure planning, management and approval (monthly and annual).
Management information systems integrity for financial reporting.
Maintain and keep abreast of accounting standards and developments (professional development).
Maintaining confidentiality at all times

Requirements:

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting or comparable discipline and 5+ years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

CPA designation preferred.

Skills Needed to be successful in this position:

Current knowledge of general accepted accounting principles (ASPE). Knowledge of IFRS and/or US GAAP.
General and cost accounting knowledge including standard costing.
Experienced and comfortable in a manufacturing environment.
Working with manufacturing ERP systems. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX and One Stream would be an asset. Experience with system upgrades and/or implementations is an asset.
Strong interpersonal, leadership and organizational skills. Team player. Data driven problem solver.
Strong computer literacy. Highly proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
Ability to work under pressure and/or stressful situations. Ability to handle frequent interruptions.
Ability to respond positively to and with employees.
Welcomes innovation. Willingness to drive change as and where needed.
Decisive ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.
Strong communicator and selfmotivated. Leads by example.
Work closely with and manage relationship with bank(s) credit, treasury and cash management; external accounting firm (audit, tax, special projects); Corporate Functional Leaders.
Comfortable working closely with IT and HR.

Knowledge desired:

Ability to work in multiple currencies and legislations
Advanced Excel, ERP systems and financial systems and processes

We care for our people.

Here are some of our great, comprehensive Benefits:

Dexter offers a competitive wage
Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
401(k) Plan with company contributions
Opportunities for internal career development and growth

Equal Opportunity Employer
Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screen. Dexter Axle Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization
Dexter will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada. This position does not provide sponsorship. Individuals with temporary vis