Assistant Controller

POSITION: Assistant Controller REPORT TO: CFO WORKS WITH: All Departments DIRECT REPORTS: Accounting Department, and Accounts Payable SALARY RANGE: $75k - 100k ABOUT HAYWARD LUMBER COMPANY: Hayward Lumber Company is a 104-year-old family-owned company based in Monterey, California.
Hayward is a growing company recognized for leading the way towards healthier and sustainable homes.
Hayward operates eight lumberyards and window and cabinet design centers on the central coast of California.
Hayward operations include a state of the art manufacturing facility producing roof trusses and floor systems for both custom and commercial builders.
Hayward locations stretch from Redwood City in the north to Santa Barbara in the south.
So whether you like to surf or hike, enjoy the hustle and bustle of a big city or the vibe of a college town Hayward has a location that is right for you.
For more information about Hayward, visit the website at haywardlumber.
com PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: This is one job, in which you will be performing Accounting Management duties as well as Assistant Controller duties.
Direct and Implement programs and initiatives of Finance, Accounting and Operational Data to support the organization in achieving its annual goals and targets as well as its long-term strategic plan.
Responsible for all accounting functions and staff of direct report.
Responsible for the sales and management data, preparation of financial, sales and operational report as well as metrics for each.
Foster an environment of constant improvement.
Manage and mentor each administrative function to ensure the best practices are utilized, and the best investments of resources are made.
Take initiative and provide leadership in annual goal setting, budgeting for the company.
Function as a business partner to operations.
Provide operational data and metrics to assist in achieving operating results.
Ensure that all financial information is complete, timely and within acceptable accounting practices.
Provide expertise to direct reports in financial accounting, tax reporting, finance reporting and legal requirements to be able to oversee and mentor the department including both the annual financial audit, tax returns and 401K audit.
Work closely with a cross-department team to implement and maximize usage of an ERP system to ensure that the company has best in class information and reporting capabilities as well as access to emerging technologies where it makes sense.
Work closely with management, operations and other partners to ensure that all necessary documentation is in place, and communication is frequent, accurate and complete.
REQUIREMENTS: Excellent administrative and management skills will be required.
Specifically, the position will require the following skills and characteristics: Hands on, roll up your selves, get it done attitude with proven track record Strong operational focus and business acumen Desire to understand underlying details of financial analysis Curiosity and proactive thinking regarding future trends Less talk more action type personality.
Understands big picture but not afraid of detail Strong people management skills in an open office culture Solid finance experience and up to date skills.
Expertise in finance Strong project management skills, well organized High energy to support a fast-paced environment.
Highly flexible Excellent reasoning/analytical abilities Good negotiating skills Strong persuasive skills Comfortable providing a minority point of view Mastery of Excel at advance level, database queries and reporting Ability to own the numbers and results as if it were a personal investment Commodity/ manufacturing experience a plus but not required Experience in a privately owned and operated business desirable but not required EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE: BS Required Public accounting experience preferred CPA and/or MBA or equivalent preferred