BENETECH, INC.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Assistant Controller Reports to: Corporate Controller

FLSA: Salaried Exempt

General Overview: The Assistant Controller assists the Corporate Controller in directing the organization's accounting functions. The Assistant Controller supervises accounting operations, including, but not limited to, monthly and yearly closings, accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial reporting.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs month and year-end close procedures, including preparing journal entries and reviewing the work of others.
• Manages accounting staff (currently two professional team members).
• Maintains ERP setup and configuration necessary to ensure accurate data capture and proper posting to the general ledger.
• Manages the account reconciliation process and takes appropriate actions to clear reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Prepares monthly financial statements of assigned entities and assists in the preparation of consolidated financial results.
• Streamlines existing processes and procedures with an emphasis on continuous improvement and the development of internal controls.
• Performs periodic internal operational audit projects; assists external accounting firm in financial audits and the preparation of Corporate Tax Returns.
• Assists in the credit review process of new customers and ensures compliance with sales and use tax regulations.
• Assists in the development of annual operating and capital budgets; monitors and reports on compliance/variances.
• Develops reports and analyses to assist management with measuring and predicting financial performance.
• Communicates regularly with the Corporate Controller regarding all accounting operations and open projects.
• Performs other responsibilities as the need arises.

Physical / Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to operate/use General Office Equipment, PC
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.

Education / Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• MBA and/or CPA preferred.
• 4 years of financial management experience or proven experience in a similar financial role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Ability and willingness to take a leadership role on complex projects while consistently overseeing the accounting department's daily responsibilities.
• Proven ability to develop a team.
• Highly skilled in spreadsheet modeling, ERP systems, and relational databases, preferably MS SQL Server and SSRS.
• Advanced Excel skills, including complex functions such as Index, Match, Address, Indirect, Arrays, etc.
• VBA coding experience is a plus but not required.
• Experience with business intelligence software and OLAP cube models a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills, the ability to exercise sound judgment, and the ability to make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency.
• Absolute dedication to detail with an equal commitment to quality.
• Proven track record of improving processes and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Equal Opportunity

Benetech, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a proactive program of affirmative action and diversity development. Benetech, Inc. will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion, gender, marital status, familial status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, source of income, or protected veteran status.

Company Overview:

Established in 1983, Benetech is a pioneer in reducing combustible dust and improving bulk material handling systems. Initially focused on dust suppression, Benetech quickly became respected as the premier dust suppression provider in the United States. As client relationships grew, Benetech's engineering and field technician groups were called upon to handle various bulk material handling issues. Benetech embarked on a company-wide initiative in the 90s to research and develop a complete line of bulk material handling products and services. Through two acquisitions and the building of "best-in-class" divisions for Dust Collection, Advanced Chute Transfer Systems, Washdown Systems, and Suppression, Benetech has become the only Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company with in-house engineering, equipment, manufacturing, research, chemical production, and field service capabilities.

Today, Benetech is respected as a global leader in comprehensive, performance-based compliance programs that ensure safe and efficient bulk material handling systems. Designed to address the laws and guidelines enforced by OSHA, EPA, MSHA, and other governing bodies, Benetech's programs are built to help its clients meet all regulatory requirements while enhancing operations with a complete range of technologies and services. Benetech's programs address a wide range of issues in the bulk material handling systems at pulp mills, sawmills, mines, coal-fired electric generating plants, refineries, steel mills, cement plants, coal transloading facilities, aggregate and stone operations.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 4 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Ability to Relocate:

• Montgomery, IL 60538: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person