Assistant Controller

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training.  For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision.  Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens.  Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy.  Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,400 employees across sixteen U.S. locations in three states, and four additional global facilities.  SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work™.  For more information about the company and product line visit: www.sigsauer.com

• →Assist the Controller in developing and maintaining internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• →Provide input, assistance and accuracy with the vendor master database in Oracle EBS, including adding new vendors and confirming bank payment instructions.
• →Properly review and verify any requests to add vendors to the vendor master database, ensuring the integrity of the vendor master.
• →Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close and reporting processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• →Oversee the maintenance and enhancement of accounting systems, including ERP-related functions and process improvements.
• →Recommend process improvements in financial systems and procedures to enhance reporting accuracy, and scalability. Act as lead over Sage (fixed asset accounting) and Alteryx (FAET calculations), and have significant input into utilization of Wands for Oracle (GL management).

• →Coordinate with external auditors during financial and compliance audits by preparing schedules and providing documentation.
• →Prepare internal financial reports and assist in analyzing variances between actual results and budgeted and forecasted figures.
• →Assist multiple cost centers and subsidiaries with budget preparation.
• →Participate in the employee interview process. Identify and select the most highly skilled candidate for the team.  Develop a successful onboarding plan for new talent that will successfully assimilate them into their role, and the organization.
• →Coach and mentor employees in a way that fosters two-way communication and will develop a best-in-class team.
• →Coordinate team training and development opportunities as needs are identified.
• →Develop the workgroup as a team, fostering a team environment of problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• →Provide opportunities to grow the team’s skillset and talents.
• →Listen to the needs of employees, ensuring that all employees within the team have the tools or resources necessary to be successful.
• →Engage in the performance management process, providing clear, timely, and constructive feedback to employees. Ensure appropriate documentation is in place for employment related concerns.
• →Engages in Continuous Improvement projects and tasks as directed by management.
• →Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
• →Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• →Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree, in Finance or Accounting required, Master's preferred, and 4-6 years practical experience in either an operating/product-driven company, public accounting company, or mix required. CPA preferred but not required.  Proficiency in cost accounting, inventory accounting, and financial reporting, and experienced in assisting in financial audit preparation.  ERP experience preferred.
• Serve as a financial advisor to the business, provide guidance on internal controls, compliance and risk mitigation.
• Maintain a high level of customer service and personal integrity.
• Ability to effectively interact directly with senior management.
• Cultivate and enhance leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, especially Excel. Operation in an ERP environment required, with specific experience with Oracle EBS strongly preferred.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form. Must be able to communicate complex financial information to executives and other team members.
• Results driven personality but with ability to work with others diplomatically across all levels of the organization.
• Strong time management skills to ensure timely completion of financial deadlines, prioritize daily tasks, and support both routine accounting and strategic projects.
• Effective problem-solving skills to analyze financial data, resolve complex accounting issues, and improve reporting accuracy.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist, lift and move files.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.