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ChemTreat

Assistant Controller

ChemTreat, Glen Allen, Virginia, United States, 23060

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Assistant Controller ChemTreat, a Veralto company, is the nation’s largest and fastest‑growing specialty chemical company dedicated solely to industrial water treatment. We understand and respect the awe‑inspiring power of water to impact industries, and to sustain and enhance lives. Our 2,000 associates across North and South America maximize this power for our customers—from power producers to food and beverage companies to the automotive industry—helping them grow their businesses while protecting people and the environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits from day 1: peace of mind with extensive medical, dental, vision and 401k coverage.

Inclusive culture: a diverse and inclusive organization that values your unique perspective and fosters collaboration and continuous learning.

The role The

Assistant Controller

plays a critical role in supporting ChemTreat’s consolidated monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. This role oversees AP, AR, and Compliance teams—ensuring accuracy, timeliness, strong internal controls, and operational excellence. With high visibility to senior leadership, the Assistant Controller drives process improvements, optimizes working capital, and strengthens financial governance. This is a highly impactful leadership role ideal for someone who enjoys being both a strategic partner and a hands‑on “player‑coach.”

Leadership & People Management

Lead, coach, mentor, and develop AP, AR, and Compliance teams.

Create a high‑performing culture with clear goals and accountability.

Ensure strong cross‑training, resource allocation, and team engagement.

Operational Accounting (AP, AR & Cash Management)

Oversee end‑to‑end AP and AR processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and controls compliance.

Manage vendor payments, approvals, and Delegation of Authority adherence.

Lead collections, cash application, dispute resolution, and DSO improvement efforts.

Partner with Finance leadership to optimize working capital (DSO, DPO, aging metrics).

General Ledger, Close & Reporting

Review journal entries, accruals, reserves, reclasses, and reconciliations.

Prepare and present AP/AR dashboards, KPIs, and performance metrics.

Controls, Compliance & Audit

Establish and enforce accounting policies and internal controls aligned with SOX requirements.

Maintain segregation of duties and approval workflows.

Work with internal/external auditors to support audit cycles and remediate findings.

Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and internal policy requirements.

Process Improvement, Systems & Automation

Lead continuous improvement projects to streamline AP, AR, and compliance operations.

Partner with IT on ERP enhancements and automation initiatives.

Document standard work, process maps, and scalable procedures.

Business Partnership & Special Projects

Collaborate with CFO, Global Controller, and other leaders to support cash flow optimization and finance strategy.

Provide insights to Commercial, Operations, and functional teams.

Support special projects such as M&A integration, policy updates, and system rollouts.

Essential Requirements Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required (MBA, CPA, or CMA strongly preferred).

6+ years of progressive experience with supervisory responsibilities in AP/AR, financial reporting, or related areas.

Experience in public accounting and/or multi‑entity, high‑volume environments preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

Deep knowledge of GAAP, financial analysis, and operational accounting.

Strong leadership, communication, and cross‑functional partnership skills.

Proven experience driving process improvements and leading change.

Ability to assess risk, elevate appropriately, and design practical solutions.

Highly organized, detail‑oriented, capable of thriving under pressure.

Proficiency with ERP systems, AP/AR automation tools, and advanced Excel.

Ability to operate as a player‑coach, stepping in to support critical tasks when needed.

Compensation The compensation range for this role is $130,000 - $140,000 USD per year.

US ONLY The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue‑based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer Veralto Corporation and all Veralto Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at applyassistance@veralto.com to request accommodation.

Unsolicited Assistance We do not accept unsolicited assistance from any headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. All resumes or profiles submitted by search firms to any employee at any of the Veralto companies, in any form without a valid, signed search agreement in place for the specific position, approved by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Veralto and its companies. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Veralto and its companies because of the unsolicited referral.

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