Assistant Controller

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 .

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.

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.