MPI Assistant Controller

## Company Description *What We Live By……* *The McWane Way is a core philosophy outlined by the founder J.R. McWane in 1920. Today It encompasses Teamwork, Excellence, Leadership, Environment, Communication, Accountability, Safety and Trust. All team members at every level are expected to know and work by these principles, values, and behaviors. Most importantly, every team member is expected to be able to answer this question, “What does this mean for me?” This is the all-important question because behavior is the best evidence of a living principle. Join the McWane team on the journey to The McWane Way.* *Who We Are……* *McWane Inc. has a newly created division, McWane Plant and Industrial (MPI). This new division, based in Birmingham, AL, combines all Plant and Industrial Products in a single customer-focused package. We offer comprehensive solutions through an experienced team of professionals specifically focused on these two special markets. Our Mission is to be the Plant and Industrial supplier who is “easiest to do business with”. We will make it easier to engineer, specify, and order components for plants. We will provide greater support for smoother delivery, cost-effective installation, and start-up. Most importantly, we will build strong relationships with design engineers, contractors, plant operations teams and project owners to assure we are their first-choice supplier for both new construction and future upgrades.* *At MPI, you will be part of a fast-paced, collaborative, start-up where you can see, firsthand, how your work translates into positive results.* ## Job Description **Position** MPI Corporate Assistant Controller **Location** Birmingham, AL **Directly reports to** MPI Controller **Position Summary** The Corporate Assistant Controller is an integral part of the accounting/finance team. The Corporate Assistant Controller will support the daily operation of the division’s accounting functions. The Corporate Assistant Controller will handle a wide variety of responsibilities including handling issues relating to general operations, assisting with preparation of financial statements and reports, monthly and year-end closings, account reconciliations, and all other accounting functions. As part of this role, the Corporate Assistant Controller will provide supervision and oversight of payroll. **Position Responsibilities** - Financial Reporting & Analysis - Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations - Prepare and review financial statements and management reports - Analyze variances and provide actionable insights - Ensure GAAP compliance - Support forecasting and budgeting - Support audits - Payroll Oversight & Compliance - Oversee multi-site payroll operations - Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing - Review payroll journal entries and reconciliations - Maintain payroll internal controls - Ensure regulatory compliance - Operational Accounting - Reconcile assigned balance sheet accounts - Responsible for managing fixed assets - Maintain costs of direct ship products - Work with Plant Assistant Controllers to drive process improvements ## Qualifications **Basic Qualifications** - Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or related field from accredited college or university. - Minimum six (6) years accounting or business-related experience. - Proven knowledge of financial statements, journal entries, and GAAP. - Proven increase of responsibility in prior work experience - Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. - Documented history developing and maintaining positive working relationships in a multi-stakeholder culture. - Ability to deliver results while working in a team focused environment. - Excellent communication skills; verbal and written. - Must be ablet to travel by car/plane to manufacturing sites. **Preferred Qualifications** - Experience…