• Full-Time, Onsite (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM)
• Soni’s client is seeking an Assistant Controller to join a high-impact finance leadership team within a well-established, publicly traded manufacturing organization with a global footprint
• This role will play a critical part in driving financial performance, strengthening internal controls, and supporting operational decision-making across the organization
• The ideal candidate is hands-on, analytical, and comfortable partnering closely with plant leadership, finance teams, and corporate stakeholders
• Lead and manage the finance function, overseeing a team of 3 financial analysts based in South Carolina
• Partner with plant and business leaders to achieve revenue, EBIT, and operational commitments
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements, including QOR and FQR schedules
• Maintain and enhance cost accounting systems and financial reporting structures
• Own balance sheet accountability, including provisions, reconciliations, and controls
• Drive cost savings initiatives and continuous process improvement opportunities
• Lead SOX 404 compliance efforts and coordinate internal and external audits
• Prepare and review annual budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure requests
• Support ERP implementations or upgrades as needed (SAP or Syteline preferred)
• Manage monthly consolidation and reporting for division and corporate leadership
• Prepare financial and operational review materials for monthly and quarterly business reviews

Provide clear financial insights and reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making

• 5–10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong expertise in cost accounting, inventory, and multi-site financial operations
• Experience supporting or leading SOX compliance initiatives
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution
• Willingness to work full-time onsite and travel as needed

U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required due to ITAR/EAR and government contract requirements

Solid knowledge of GAAP, technical accounting, budgeting, planning, and internal controls

• Compensation: $130,000 to $140,000 base + quarterly bonuses

Compensation is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications