Overview
assistant controller – on site at stanley black & decker, inc.
location: reynosa, tamaulipas, mexico
join our team to advance the world’s foundation of quality and innovation with global brands including dewalt, black+decker, craftsman, stanley, cub cadet, and hustler.
the job
the assistant controller reports to the plant controller and leads general accounting functions including accounting, accounts payable, payroll, fixed assets, costing and fp&a to ensure accurate and timely closing and reporting of finances, strong internal controls, and training for these functions. Acts as a business partner to the plant controller, leading and driving financial and operational improvements, including identifying and driving cost reductions.
* 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 balance sheet reconciliations are prepared on time with supporting evidence; implement corrective actions to close gaps.
* identify internal control risks and design controls to mitigate them, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and policies.
* ensure compliance with legal reporting requirements (for international entities) and various tax filings (national and international).
* assist with monthly entity closings, maquila billing, journal entries, and account trend analysis.
* oversee the fixed assets process, maintain a complete assets register with documentation, ensure timely capitalization, and manage the cip account with no overdue balances; lead asset tagging and inventory per policy.
* support fp&a in preparing the annual budget and monthly forecasts, analyzing variances and impacts on plant results.
* identify training needs and provide coaching for skill development, performance, and feedback.
* maintain integrity and ethical standards in all actions.
* serve as project manager for cost reduction initiatives, collaborating with engineers, procurement, and plant operators to drive savings.
the person
you love to learn and grow and want to be recognized for your contributions. You embrace innovation and use it to improve your work. You also have:
* 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.
the details
* competitive salary
* medical, dental, life insurance
* discounts on stanley black & decker tools and other partner programs.
benefits & growth
* grow: global company with 20+ brands to develop skills along multiple career paths.
* learn: access to extensive learning resources, including digital learning portal.
* belong: inclusive culture with mutual respect and diverse perspectives.
* give back: volunteerism and sustainable business practices.
join us to build with iconic brands and advance your career in a tech-driven, collaborative environment with a global team.
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