Assistant Controller

HEICO Corporation•Chicago, IL

5h•$150,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Controller supports the Controller in managing accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, audit readiness, internal controls, and financial analysis. This is a succession-track role intended to prepare the Assistant Controller to assume the Controller position within 6 month – 1 year.

Requirements

Strong GAAP knowledge and corporate accounting expertise.
Proficiency with ERP systems (Business Central preferred) and Microsoft 365.
Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and financial modeling skills.
Effective communicator with strong organizational abilities.
Detail‑oriented with a continuous‑improvement mindset.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred).
5–8 years of progressive accounting/finance experience; manufacturing experience preferred.
Experience with cost accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting is strongly preferred.

Nice To Haves

Responsibilities

Support daily accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory accounting.
Assist in monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, financial statements, reconciliations, and reporting.
Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and KPI reporting.
Maintain internal controls and support corporate compliance and audit requirements.
Assist with ERP system maintenance, process improvements, and automation initiatives.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, IT, and HR to support financial processes.
Provide guidance to accounting staff and assume increasing Controller-level responsibilities over time.