Overview
assistant controller – on site reynosa, tamaulipas, mexico
the assistant controller reports to the plant controller and will be responsible for leading and helping to manage general accounting functions, such as accounting, accounts payable, payroll, fixed assets, and others like costing and fp&a, to ensure accurate and timely closing and reporting of finances through the integrity of financial statements and to ensure a strong internal control environment. The plant assistant controller also serves as a business partner to the plant controller, largely to provide leadership and drive financial and operational improvements, including identifying and driving cost reductions.
responsibilities
* contribute to and implement continuous improvement of processes, including simplification and optimization, enhancing data integrity, and leveraging current technology. Document all processes to define a standard manual for key activities.
* supervise daily activities and support the plant controller with fixed assets, costing, accounting, accounts payable, vat recovery, taxes, and fp&a.
* ensure that balance sheet account reconciliations are prepared on time with the necessary supporting evidence to guarantee numbers are accurately represented.
* recommend and implement corrective actions as needed to improve any gaps. Identify internal control risks and design and implement processes and controls to mitigate those risks, ensuring a strong control environment and compliance with financial regulations and policies.
* ensure compliance with legal reporting requirements (for international entities) and various tax filings (for national and international entities). Assist with monthly entity closings, including maquila billing, journal entries, and account trend analysis.
* oversee the entire fixed assets process, maintaining a complete and up-to-date fixed assets register with supporting documentation, ensuring timely capitalization of assets, and maintaining control of the cip account with no overdue balances. Lead the planning and inventory of fixed assets according to policy, ensuring all assets are tagged and clearly identified.
* provide support to fp&a in preparing the annual budget plan and the monthly forecast budgeting process, analyzing plant performance through evaluation of variances and impacts on plant results.
* identify team training needs and provide ongoing coaching for skill improvement, performance measurement, and feedback. Serve as an example of integrity and “doing the right thing.”
* serve as project manager for cost reduction initiatives, working cross-functionally with engineers, procurement, and plant operators to drive cost reductions.
the person
* you love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation and embrace opportunities to do your job and do a world of good.
* bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
* 5+ years of experience as an assistant plant controller or junior plant controller, preferably at a large international manufacturing site.
* us gaap proficiency
* fully bilingual: english/spanish
details & benefits
* competitive salary
* medical, dental, life insurance
* discounts on stanley black & decker tools and other partner programs
what we offer
we aim to be a place you’ll want to be—and stay. As part of our global company with 60+ brands, you’ll have opportunities to grow and develop along multiple career paths. You’ll have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our lean academy and online university. We value diverse and inclusive culture and encourage volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
joining stanley black & decker means working in an innovative, tech-driven and collaborative environment supported by thousands of professionals worldwide. You’ll contribute to iconic brands and have the chance to impact customers globally.
about us
we’re the world’s largest tool company, solving problems and advancing manufacturing through innovative technology. We have a long history dating back to 1843 and continue to evolve as a global growth company focused on state-of-the-art smart factory products and services that deliver quality and value to our customers and communities.
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