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Assistant Controller

Breslau, ON
Mid Level
full_time

About the role

At National Engineered Fasteners (NEF), Finance and Accounting isn’t just about the numbers; it’s about supporting the entire business. NEF is a leading distributor in the fastener industry and an essential business supplying product to Original Equipment Manufacturers worldwide.

The ideal candidate will have solid communication, technology, organizational and analytical skills. Looking for at least five years’ experience, along with a degree and solid understanding of all aspects of accounting/finance.

Position Responsibilities - include but are not limited to the following:

  • Support daily operations of accounting area. Scope includes supporting Accounts Payable, Credit / Collections functions, Cash Management and Reconciliation.

  • Reconcile sub ledger to general ledger account balances

  • Post journal entries, on-demand cheques, bank reconciliations, tax filings, and any other tasks essential to preparing monthly financials.

  • Support the month-end process from reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations through to preparing financial statements.

  • Assist in the budget preparation and processes.

  • Interface with both internal and external partners to support requests as it relates to audits with external third parties.

  • Prepare various financial statements and reports as required.

  • Maximum proficiency in the utilization of all common software packages is also mandatory, including expertise with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Strong Excel skills in data compilation (pivot tables, Vlookup, etc) and data mining.

  • Analyze and control sales and gross profit as well as monitor capital expenditures including business analysis, justification, cost analysis and present value calculations.

  • Partner with the department leads to identify cost control opportunities, benchmark and recommend strategies for productivity, cost and margin improvements.

  • Provide timely, accurate, value-added and relevant financial information, analyses and forecasts in a cost-effective manner enabling the business to profitably deliver the highest quality products and services to its customers.

  • Deliver commercial support to the business including analysis and evaluation of business opportunities to ensure adequate financial returns.

  • Analyze inventory mix and obsolescence to ensure control of working capital and financial compliance.

  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities in a fast paced, growing and ambiguous environment.

  • Integrity: accepting and adhering to high moral, ethical, and personal values in decisions, communications, actions and when dealing with others.

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate across teams, build positive relationships and convey information clearly and professionally.

  • High energy level, self-starter, proactive, and results oriented

  • Overtime may be required and occasional weekends to complete critical financial deliverables. (Month end, Quarter end, Year end)

  • Other tasks or special projects as assigned by the Controller.

Minimum Requirements

  • University degree in Finance or Accounting or other related discipline required.
  • 5+ years experience in Accounting/Finance.
  • CPA or working towards a CPA designation

Company Overview:

National Engineered Fasteners Group (NEF) is a firm dedicated to providing innovative and cost-effective engineered fastening solutions to global manufacturers. Founded in 1996 by owners and staff with extensive fastener experience, NEF has established both exclusive and non-exclusive distribution relationships with many leading North American and European manufacturers. NEF offers over 50,000 different fasteners and fastener-related tools, including both standard and non-standard custom-manufactured engineered items, from office and warehouse facilities in Breslau.

The NEF Commitment:

NEF is committed to providing our customers with the proper fastening solutions. We will supply quality products at competitive prices, delivered on time, supported with a high level of customer service and handled by product-knowledgeable staff.

About Distribution Services Group:

Distribution Solutions Group (DSG) is a best-in-class specialty distribution company providing high touch, value-added distribution solutions to the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO), original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and the industrial technologies markets. DSG was formed through the strategic combination of Lawson Products, a leader in MRO distribution of c-parts, Gexpro Services, a leading global supply chain services provider to manufacturing customers, and TestEquity, a leader in electronic test and measurement solutions.

Through its collective businesses, DSG is dedicated to helping customers lower their total cost of operation by increasing productivity and efficiency with the right products, expert technical support and fast, reliable delivery to be a one-stop solution provider. DSP serves 120,000+ long-standing customers in several divers end markets supported by more than 3,000 dedicated employees and strong vendor partnerships. DSG ships from strategically located distribution and service centers to customers in North America, Europe, Asia, South America and the Middle East.

Monday to Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm.
Some OT and weekends are required
40 hours per week

About National Engineered Fasteners

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National Engineered Fasteners Inc - 830 Trillium Dr., Kitchener ON, N2R 1K4 Canada (Tel) 519-886-0919 (Fax) 519-886-0920 (Toll-free) 1-800-993-9960.