Assistant Controller bei Airxcel

Position Title: Assistant Controller

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Reports To: Controller

Date: September 29, 2025

Summary / Objective:

The Assistant Controller oversees daily operations of the Accounting Department and ensures accurate, timely completion of all reporting and financial activities. This role supports the Controller by managing the general ledger, ensuring accurate data entry, preparing monthly financial statements, and overseeing compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial statements.
• Generate daily, monthly, and quarterly financial reports and reconciliations.
• Oversee accounts payable and ensure timely processing, cut-offs, and credit card reconciliations.
• Coordinate with AR/Collections to drive timely cash application and collections.
• Manage sales and use tax filings (monthly, quarterly, annually).
• Ensure compliance with financial laws and company guidelines, including SOX requirements.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Support cross-departmental initiatives as needed.
• Mentor and develop accounting team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and accounting software.
• Ability to build rapport across departments and lead a team effectively.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Yes – this position manages members of the accounting team.

Work Environment:

Office-based within a manufacturing environment. Frequent use of standard office equipment. Moderate noise levels from nearby manufacturing operations.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to:

• Sit, talk, hear, and use hands for computer and telephone work.
• Occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Position Type and Expected Hours:

• Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Flexibility is required to meet business deadlines outside of normal hours.

Travel Requirements:

Less than 10%

Required Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in Accounting or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in general ledger accounting.
• Experience managing AR, AP, and month-end close processes.
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred.
• Experience using SAGE 100 is highly preferred.

EEO Statement:

Airxcel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Other Duties:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.