Assistant Controller

Summary:

This position supervises the invoicing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable functions of the Accounting Department at volumes equivalent of a mid-size manufacturer. Additionally, this position is responsible for the preparation of the financial statements, facilitating internal and external audits, and managing a wide range of transactions for the purpose of journal entries, reconciliations, administration, and process improvement. This position functions as a backup for Controller duties & responsibilities as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: other duties may be assigned:

• Perform all supervisory responsibilities for the AR, AP, and Billing Specialist positions.
• Manage all tax activities, including the filing of income tax returns and sales & VAT tax administration.
• Direct the monthly close process and prepare & review account reconciliations, journal entries, and supplemental reports as necessary.
• Prepare the financial statements each period-end, performing initial variance analysis to support the month-end close process.
• Facilitate all internal and external audits.
• Backup all duties and responsibilities of the Controller as needed.

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Collect and research data; use intuition and experience to complement data.
• Problem Solving - Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; works well in group problem solving situations.
• Technical Skills - Pursue training and development opportunities; strive to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Customer Service - Respond to requests for service and assistance from internal and external customers.
• Communications - Listen and clarify; respond well to questions. Present numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information. 
• Ethics - Treat people with respect; keep commitments; inspire the trust of others; work with integrity and ethically; uphold organizational values and follows Company policies and procedures.
• Adaptability - Manage competing demands; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time. Follow instructions, respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plan work activities; use time efficiently.
• Quality - Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; monitor own work to ensure quality.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer:

• Benefits eligibility starts on your first day as a full-time employee at Universal Avionics.
• Medical insurance (multiple plan options, including low-deductible PPO)
• Preventive care covered at 100%
• Affordable copays for doctor visits, urgent care, and prescriptions
• Teladoc virtual care access
• Vision coverage through VSP (includes exams, frames, and lenses)
• Dental insurance (covers preventive, basic, and major services)
• 401(k) with immediate safe harbor match (100% match on up to 4% of pay after 60 days)
• 9/80 work schedule option – every other Friday off
• Vacation, sick time, and 14 paid holidays (including a week in December)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Gym reimbursement
• Wellness programs:
  • Vitality (earn rewards for healthy habits)
  • One Pass Select (discounted access to gyms, fitness apps, and more)
  • Travel assistance and employee discounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and emotional wellness support:
  • Up to 3 free counseling visits per issue/year through Reliance Matrix
  • Up to 6 free counseling sessions per issue/year through Health Advocate
  • Includes mental health, financial, legal, work-life, medical navigation, and life coaching support
• And more!

 Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Universal Avionics offers the best of both worlds: the close-knit, agile culture of a mid-sized company, wit