Job Title: Assistant Controller

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team and support our US manufacturing subsidiary within the recreational boat manufacturing industry. This role is ideal for a sr. finance professional with strong leadership skills and solid accounting and finance experience in a manufacturing, for-profit environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the finance function and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.Manage and provide guidance to a staff accountant and an accounts payable person.Oversee bookkeeping, month-end close, and reconciliations.Ensure compliance with GAAP standards and provide oversight for quarterly and year-end processes.Coordinate with the Swedish corporate office on group reporting, analysis, and financial updates.Support external audits and analyze financial performance, suggesting improvements.Provide insights on cash management and capital decisions.Conduct forecasting, profit analysis, and liquidity planning.Perform financial analysis, variance analysis, and cash flow forecasting.

Essential Skills

A minimum of 10 years of experience in accounting, controlling, or similar finance roles.Experience in the manufacturing industry (industrial or production-based).Strong intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including the ability to work with multi-tab workbooks, use formulas such as SUMIFS, XLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, and nested IF statements, and create pivot tables.Ability to follow and update structured financial workbooks for cash forecasting, reporting, and reconciliations.Basic data validation and troubleshooting skills.Experience working with exported reports from accounting systems and bank portals.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

AS/BS in Business, Accounting, or Finance.Experience working in an international environment.Technical accounting skills and leadership experience.Strong communication skills and integrity.Problem-solving skills and a structured approach to work.Experience with Power BI and Power Query is helpful but not required.Cost accounting experience is beneficial.

Work Environment

The work schedule is from 9 AM to 5 PM. The company operates using a software called FourthShift. The role involves a mix of 70% accounting and 30% finance tasks. The duration of the position is 90 business days. The company generates approximately $10 million in revenue.Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Edgewater, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Edgewater,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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