Hamilton is the corporate and administrative backbone of three inter-related manufacturing companies: Elevator Safety Company, Inc. (ELSCO), Air Techniques International (ATI), and Dirt Killer Inc. Though our three companies operate in different markets and manufacture very different kinds of products, we are united in a common purpose, shared cultural values, a shared administrative platform, and a commitment to the Lean philosophy of management and operations. From an operational perspective, the Hamilton organization provides shared services support for all three subsidiary companies in areas such as finance and accounting, human resources, quality assurance, and information technology.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Controller, the Assistant Controller is responsible for the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions at Hamilton. The Assistant Controller will prepare financial statements, reconcile monthly accounts, maintain our ERP system as well as assist with audits.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Leads month-end closing activities, including reviewing account balances and reconciliations.
• Collaborates with other departments to ensure accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Reviews financial statements and preparing these statements for review by the Controller.
• Manages daily accounting operations to ensure compliance with accounting principles.
• Manages the Accounts Payable and the Accounts Receivable functions: responsible for timeliness of payments to vendors, and responsible for timeliness of collections from customers.
• Responsible for managing the AP/AR team including but not limited to time off approvals, performance reviews, compensation reviews, and mentoring staff.
• Supports tax return and distribution management by filing property taxes, spearheading sales tax process for all businesses, responds to data requests for corporate taxes and ensures compliance related tasks are completed in a timely fashion.
• Acts as the subject matter expert in ERP-knowledge for the accounting team; builds on, develops and maintains this system.
• Responsible for processing international payments while maintaining the proper level of internal control.
• Provides guidance and training to the accounting staff as needed.
• Contributes to special projects as assigned by the Controller and/or CFO including reporting on the analytics around freight billed vs. collected in real time.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Background and Skills Required:

• B.S. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or other related business functions
• 3+ years' experience working in accounting department on cost accounting, or experience in a manufacturing or distribution company
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience with BI and reporting tools; strong in data analysis and forecasting
• ERP systems knowledge; Visual for Manufacturing preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of GAAP and regulations

Additional Background and Skills Preferred:

• Understanding of Lean accounting principles
• CPA or CMA Preferred
• Master's degree in business administration or related field

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Mostly sedentary work
• Listens to requests from internal/external customers
• Visually reviews financial statements
• Repetitive wrist motion, uses the computer up to 95% of the time

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

We offer an attractive compensation package in addition to a comprehensive benefits program including health insurance, 401(k) Plan with matching and profit sharing, generous paid time-off (PTO) policy, life and disability coverage, plus much more!

CONTACT US

If you are a driven, results-oriented individual seeking an opportunity to play a key role in the continuing growth of a reputable organization, please forward your resume, in WORD or PDF format, along with your salary history/requirements, to us for immediate consideration.

HAMILTON ASSOCIATES, INC.

11403 Cronridge Drive

Owings Mills, Maryland 21117

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.