Assistant Controller

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Job Title: Assistant Controller

Category: Finance
Location: Newington NH (Onsite)
Job Type: Direct Hire

About the Opportunity

Saige Partners is partnering with a leading innovative manufacturing organization to find an experienced Assistant Controller. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a high-impact role supporting financial operations compliance and strategic decision-making within a dynamic growth-focused environment.

Position Overview

The Assistant Controller will play a key role in supporting the Finance and Accounting function with a focus on daily accounting operations internal controls and financial reporting. This individual will collaborate cross-functionally and serve as a subject matter expert in vendor management and federal excise taxes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven accounting professional looking to grow into leadership while making a measurable impact on financial processes and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Controller in developing and maintaining internal controls policies and procedures
• Manage and ensure the integrity of the vendor master database (Oracle EBS)
• Lead efforts in vendor setup validation and compliance with payment processes
• Assist in monthly quarterly and annual financial close and reporting (GAAP)
• Enhance accounting systems and drive ERP-related process improvements
• Analyze financial results including variance analysis vs. budget and forecast
• Support audit processes by preparing documentation and coordinating with external auditors
• Contribute to budgeting efforts across multiple cost centers and subsidiaries
• Act as a subject matter expert for Federal Excise Taxes (FAET)
• Mentor and support team members fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
• Participate in hiring onboarding and employee development initiatives
• Drive continuous improvement efforts and support operational excellence initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance (Masters preferred)
• 46 years of relevant accounting experience (industry public accounting or both)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP internal controls and financial reporting
• Experience with cost accounting and inventory accounting
• ERP system experience required (Oracle EBS preferred)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Strong analytical organizational and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA certification (preferred not required)
• Experience with Sage (fixed assets) Alteryx (data processing) and Oracle GL tools
• Background supporting audit preparation and compliance processes

What Were Looking For

• A results-driven professional who thrives in both independent and team environments
• Strong leadership potential with the ability to mentor and develop others
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial data clearly to leadership
• High level of integrity accountability and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines