Assistant Controller

About Welch Equipment 

Welch Equipment Company is the premier provider of material handling solutions and represents equipment from the world's #1 manufacturers. Our culture of continuous improvement, or Kaizen, is embedded throughout the organization and is only one of the many “tools” to our success in supporting our employees. 

 
Our core values are: 

• Customer Commitment 
• Integrity & Accountability 
• Teamwork 
• Respect 
• Act with Urgency 

Our goal is to provide our employees with the tools needed to build a successful career, not just a job. We provide top notch support for our technicians in the form of manufacturer training, tech support, field service supervisors, on the job training in a controlled environment, cutting-edge technology and leaders trained to support. 

We are seeking employees who are ready to join a culture of continuous improvement, positive attitude, and servant leadership. If that’s you come build your career with us at Welch Equipment Company and let’s continue to set the standard! 

Benefits 

• Low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision insurance 
• STD, LTD, and Life insurance 
• Paid Sick Leave and PTO 
• 401(k) match
• Compensation Range: $110,000 to $125,000 annually with bonus potential

Brief Position Description (Job Summary) 

The Assistant Controller supports the Senior Controller in overseeing the organization's accounting operations, financial reporting, and compliance. This role manages key accounting functions, ensures adherence to accounting policies and internal controls, supports financial planning and budgeting, and provides leadership to the accounting team while driving process improvements and operational excellence. 

Job Type and Schedule: Full time, exempt 

Responsibilities 

• Assist the Senior Controller in directing and overseeing the organization's accounting functions, including general accounting, cost accounting, accounts payable, and financial reporting. 
• Manage the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports. 
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), corporate accounting policies, and internal control procedures. 
• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and financial controls to support operational excellence and compliance. 
• Support the development and maintenance of financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting systems. 
• Supervise team, providing leadership, coaching, performance management, and professional development. 
• Coordinate and lead internal and external audits, serving as a primary point of contact for auditors. 
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency. 
• Partner with finance and operational leaders to resolve complex accounting issues and support strategic initiatives. 
• Assist with departmental budgeting and provide recommendations that support organizational financial objectives. 

Requirements and KSAs 

• CPA designation preferred 
• Public accounting with emphasis in audit preferred 
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required 
• Minimum of 3 years of management experience leading accounting professionals 
• Experience with financial consolidation and reporting tools 
• Advanced excel experience to develop financial and operating models 
• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance