Assistant Controller

About Us: Vulcan Metals Corporation is a leader in complex engineered castings, delivering critical components to industries such as Rail, Military, Oil & Gas, and Power Generation. With over 100 years of innovation, we're known for precision, reliability, and making a real impact. Join us and be part of a legacy built on excellence!

Position Overview: The Assistant Controller will support the Controller in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with internal controls, analyzing production costs, and supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing finance and cost accounting, with specific experience in heavy industry, metallurgy, or foundry operations. This role has broad visibility to plant leadership and cross-functional influence.

Primary Responsibilities:

- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.

- Assist Senior Cost Analyst with monitoring and analysis of manufacturing costs, including raw materials, labor, and overhead, and provide variance analysis and recommendations.

- Assist and support month-end and year-end closing processes.

- Maintain the integrity of financial systems, including general ledger, fixed asset records, and inventory valuation.

- Assist in the development of budgets, forecasts, and financial planning processes.

- Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and applicable regulations.

- Collaborate with operations and production departments to improve cost efficiency and financial performance.

- Support audits, including coordination with external auditors and preparation of required documentation.

- Participates in ERP system upgrade and implementation.

- Supervise and mentor accounting staff as assigned.

Success Measures

- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.

- Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) performance and AR collection effectiveness.

- Contribution to cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.

- Successful cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred but not required).

- 5+ years of accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a manufacturing or industrial setting (foundry/metallurgy experience strongly preferred).

Experience:

- Prior accounting/finance compliance experience in Federal Acquisition Regulations preferred but not required.

- Hands-on involvement in cost accounting, AR oversight, inventory analysis, and variance reporting.

- Proficiency in large organization ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

- Proven track record supporting financial audits and month/year-end close procedures.

- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

- Supervisory or leadership experience required, including mentoring accounting staff.

- Experience working cross-functionally with operations, engineering, sales, or plant management teams.

Skills and Knowledge:

- Office setting within a foundry facility; occasional visits to production areas required

- Exposure to industrial equipment and processes; appropriate PPE provided as needed.

- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement initiatives.

Base Salary Range: $73,000 - $92,000 + annual bonus Location: Fully Onsite - Tacoma, WA

Why join our team at Vulcan Metals Corp?

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Keeping our team safe and healthy; physically and mentally has always been our top priority. We encourage and support dynamic and flexible work options to promote a healthy balance and let you get the most out of your time.

Benefits:

- Successful applicants will be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 once you commence work with us*.

- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options

- Life and AD&D coverage provided by Vulcan Metals Corp.

- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage provided by Vulcan Metals Corp.

- Paid Holidays, PTO, and Vacation

- 401(k) with a company match

- Employee Training and Education Reimbursement opportunities

- We also recognize and reward our employees for the great outcomes they produce and for living Our Values with local and regional programs.

- Sign-on Bonus payments are subject to meeting with policy and criteria.

Prior to commencing employment, you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

Vulcan Metals Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

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