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Burford Corp., a Middleby company, is a leading manufacturer of industrial baking equipment. Burford is a long-standing, respected brand known worldwide for manufacturing quality custom products through innovative baking solutions. Products include the famous twist tie machine, seeders, pan oilers, and pan shakers.
At Burford Corp. we have a company culture focused on hard work, family, and innovation. We believe in internal and external customer service, a work/life balance, and having fun together!
We offer an opportunity to work in an environment that directly contributes to the success of the company, encourages collaboration, and development. Your contribution to work that matters can be seen on shelves locally and around the world!
We encourage you to learn more about us!
www.burford.com
www.linkedin.com/company/burford-corp
www.facebook.com/pages/burford-corp/1020120014695066
Please note this position is located in Maysville, OK. Candidates who live outside of Oklahoma will not be considered for this position.
Position:
The Assistant Controller provides high-level support to the Controller in managing the company’s accounting and financial operations. This role is responsible for analyzing financial information, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, and preparing timely reports in accordance with GAAP and company policies. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare journal entries, make adjustments to accounts, and post to the general ledger
- Balance and reconcile accounts in compliance with GAAP and company guidelines
- Prepare, examine and analyze accounting records and financial reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting standards
- Verify account balances and confirm the clerical accuracy of various reports, calculations, and postings
- Prepare variance analysis with explanations
- Review financial statements to ensure accuracy and integrity
- Prepare reports detailing monthly expenses by cost center
- Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate accounting for purchases, expenses, and accruals
- Support quarterly reviews and annual financial audits
- Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts
- Develop and maintain spreadsheets or financial reports as required
- Prepares and submits the monthly, quarterly and annual sales tax filings for various states
- Participate in special projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned
Advanced Responsibilities:
- Provide expertise on accounting treatments and related financial reporting requirements
- Assist with monthly close activities for international entities, including journal entries, reconciliations, foreign exchange rate maintenance, intercompany transactions, consolidations, eliminations, and financial analysis
- Support the production and preparation of consolidated financial statements
- Maintain control worksheets and documentation supporting the consolidation process
The Perks:
- Full benefits including medical, dental, and vision
- Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability
- 401k and company match
- Paid Time Off (plus your birthday) and paid holidays
- Product discounts across Middleby companies
- We encourage fresh air and activity through recreational activities offered during breaks and lunch
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s in Accounting or similar degree
- 8 years minimum relevant experience
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
Desired:
- Effective communications skills, both verbal and written
- Strong analytical, organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills
- Ability to comprehend and interpret regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Internal or external auditing experience is a plus
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future for this job opening.
- Telecommuting is not optional for this position.
- This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.
- Employment conditional on passing a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
- Burford Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.