Assistant Controller

Our mission at WesTech is to help communities thrive by delivering high-quality water solutions with superior service – safely and sustainably. To achieve this mission, we recruit great people to be part of our collegial and collaborative teams in engineering, design, project management, field service, plant operations, professional services and more.

As one of the leading operating brands of Swire Water, our values of integrity, humility, endeavor, excellence and continuity make this an outstanding working environment. Our continuing success creates attractive opportunities for purpose-driven professionals to develop new skills, support vital industries, and grow their careers.

Summary

We are looking for an Assistant Controller who will manage professional-level accounting functions and prepare accurate financial and operational reports, including earnings, cash balances, and cost analyses. You will ensure data accuracy, reconciles accounts for leadership review, and monitor financial trends, revenues, and obligations. With the goal of developing and maintaining budgeting systems to control expenditures and may recommend future financial plans and policies.

Candidates for this position may be required to pass pre-employment and periodic screenings, including background checks, drug and alcohol tests, or other necessary assessments.

Some of the work you will do:

- Manages professional level accounting functions and the preparation of reports including earnings, profits/losses, cash balances, and cost accounting. Confirms accuracy of operating and financial reports.

- Reconciles data and accounts for upper management regarding matters, such as effective use of resources and methods, for preventing capital being frozen.

- Prepares records of present and past operations, trends and costs, estimated and realized revenues, administrative commitments, and obligations incurred.

- Develops, installs, and maintains budgeting systems that provide control of expenditures made to carry out activities, such as advertising and marketing, production and labor, maintenance, or project activities, such as construction of buildings.

- May recommend future financial plans and policies.

Here are the skills that you need:

- Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant experience.

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

- Deep understanding of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and, where relevant, IFRS.

- Experience with reconciliations, general ledger management, and financial statement Familiarity with tax preparation, audits, and compliance requirements.

- Knowledge of internal controls and process improvement for financial operations.

- Proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

- Experience collaborating with external auditors and supporting audit processes.

- Strong analytical skills for reviewing financial data and creating financial models.

- Experience with ERP/accounting software (preferably Business Central).

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other reporting tools.

- Ability to design and maintain organized accounting records and ensure compliance with policies.

Here are the skills and qualifications that will set you apart:

- Masters Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.

- Ability to explain complex financial information clearly to colleagues and management.

- Effective written and verbal communication for reporting and collaboration.

- Capable of leading projects, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating across departments.

- Strong organizational skills to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy.

- Ability to work independently with minimal oversight, especially during busy periods

Physical Requirements:

- Ability to work at a computer workstation and use a phone for extended periods

- Regularly required to move about the office and interact with team members

- Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds

Benefits and perks we offer:

- Competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses.

- Dollar for dollar 401K match of 6%.

- Flexible work hours, hybrid schedules with remote work options.

- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package with an onsite and virtual medical facility

- Company HSA contribution, Paid Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program

- Company-paid Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, and Long-term Disability.

- PTO plan and Paid Holidays.

- Tuition Reimbursement.

- Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more!

WesTech considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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