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Assistant Controller

Job Description

Dexter is 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 Assistant Controller at our manufacturing facility located in Albion, IN.

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.

For more information about our company, access Dexter's web site at www.dextergroup.com.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Assistant Plant Controller will partner and collaborate with the Plant Controller for the Albion, Indiana manufacturing facility, ensuring control, accuracy, predictability and timely reporting of results, comparative analysis, and commentary to Senior Leadership. This role will contribute to all areas of the plant financial department and provide support for business planning activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Partner with the Plant Controller and operations team to drive profitability, production cost optimization and efficiencies with a continuous improvement focus.

Perform timely monthly closing of the manufacturing systems to meet the stated deadlines and reporting needs, as well as provide timely and accurate response to requests for accounting information including internal and external audit requests.

Supports plant in pursuit of financial targets through in-depth analysis and sharing of financial knowledge by assembling and summarizing data; preparing reports, making presentations of findings, analyses, and recommendations.

Assist in preparing annual operating plans and the monthly forecast for the plant.

Assist in oversight of plant’s revenue and expense reporting, ensuring control, accuracy,
predictability, timely delivery of results, comparative analysis, and supporting commentary.

Maintain proper accounting processes and procedures for assigned areas of responsibility to ensure no significant control issues or audit comments. Analyses of transactions and financial reporting for accuracy and proper presentation in accordance with US GAAP and corporate policies.

Responsible for maintenance and accuracy of standard costs in conjunction with Corporate Cost Accounting including BOMs, routings and purchase standards.

Assist in the payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Optimize the use of the ADP system for payroll processing, hours entries, and obtaining proper approvals for processing

Provide support to Plant Controller by performing other ad hoc tasks or duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION:

 Requires Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a comparable discipline and at least 3-5 years of financial and accounting experience ideally within manufacturing; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s Degree and/or CMA/CPA is preferred but not required. ·

Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, accounting, and financial reporting software.

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely.

Analytical Skills: Solid understanding of relevant accounting principles and regulation. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.

Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time management skills, with high degree of initiative and flexibility to successfully accommodate deadlines

Dexter is driven by our core values committed to Safety, Quality and Integrity:

• Execute with Determination - Be curious, work together, break new ground, find solutions, fulfill our commitments, surpass expectations!
• Connect with People – Empower employees to grow, engage and collaborate; build lasting customer partnerships; care for our communities.
• Do the Right Thing – For our people, for our customers, and for the business. 

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

Apply now to join an industry leader and make a difference in what we do for the customers we serve!

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.