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Structural Steel & Plate Fabrication

Assistant Controller

Structural Steel & Plate Fabrication, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84910

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Base pay range $75,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

SS&PF is a locally owned business originated in 1976 and located NSL Utah. Our plant consists of 18 acres and includes 100,000 square feet of production area. With over 100 teammates and an annual revenue of $35M we fabricate simple and complex projects for the Western US industrial market.

The Assistant Controller will oversee the daily accounting operations and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both managing and mentoring a small accounting team

while remaining hands‑on

with transactional accounting, reconciliations, and month‑end close processes. The Assistant Controller will collaborate with ownership, operations, and external accountants to maintain financial accuracy, ensure compliance with GAAP, and support strategic business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations & Reporting

Prepare and review monthly financial statements and supporting schedules

Perform and review account reconciliations (bank, AR, AP, inventory, fixed assets, etc.)

Ensure accuracy and timeliness of data entry and journal postings

Maintain general ledger integrity and month‑end close procedures

Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management

Support external accountants with annual reviews or audits

Assist and train 2–3 accounting staff members handling AR, AP, and payroll

Establish clear procedures and quality standards for transactional processing

Provide coaching and performance feedback to ensure team efficiency and accuracy

Compliance & Controls

Ensure GAAP compliance and proper internal controls

Support tax preparation and filings by maintaining accurate supporting schedules

Coordinate with external auditors, bankers, and insurance partners as needed

Systems & Process Improvement

Manage and improve accounting systems and workflows (QuickBooks)

Identify opportunities to streamline processes and automate recurring tasks

Maintain documentation of accounting policies and procedures

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required

Master’s in Accounting (MAcc) or MBA preferred

Experience

5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 1–2 years in a supervisory role

Experience in a small to mid‑sized manufacturing or construction company preferred

Skills

Strong knowledge of full accounting cycle and GAAP

Hands‑on experience with QuickBooks Desktop/Online

Paycom experience for payroll

Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills

Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational and problem‑solving abilities

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Certifications

CPA preferred but not required

401(k) with employer contribution

University of Utah Healthcare Insurance

PTO up to 3 weeks plus holidays

Educational reimbursement

Dental & Vision options

Family scholarship program

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing, Wholesale Building Materials, and Mining

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

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