Assistant Controller - Corporate

Robert Half is partnering with a well established Birmingham based manufacturing organization to identify a Corporate Assistant Controller. This is a high visibility leadership opportunity and succession hire with the potential to eventually step into the Controller role.This person will lead key accounting and payroll functions, manage a small team, and work closely with the Controller and operational leadership. The ideal candidate will be a confident, hands on accounting leader who can own the close and financial reporting while helping improve processes and develop the accounting team.Key ResponsibilitiesLead month end and year end close processesPrepare and review financial statements and management reportingEnsure GAAP compliance and maintain strong financial controlsSupport budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysisOversee payroll operations, including accuracy, compliance, reconciliations, and internal controlsManage account reconciliations and fixed assetsSupport internal and external auditsAnalyze financial results and provide actionable insight to leadershipIdentify and implement accounting and process improvementsPartner with operational leaders across the organizationLead, mentor, and develop 3 direct reportsWhy Consider It?Succession opportunity with the potential to eventually step into the Controller roleHigh visibility with financial and operational leadershipStable, established organization with a long historySmaller company feel backed by the resources of a larger organizationStrong opportunities for continued advancementMedical, dental, and vision benefits401(k) with company match15 days PTOPaid training and professional developmentEmployee Assistance Program and wellness initiativesFor immediate consideration, apply now or connect with Bryan Rushing at Robert Half on LinkedIn