Assistant Controller

Sparton is an innovative defense contractor headquartered in DeLeon Springs, Florida, with a rich heritage dating back to 1900. Renowned for our exceptional manufacturing capabilities, we specialize in producing high-quality sonobuoys critical to the United States’ undersea warfare arsenal, enhancing national security against current and future adversaries. But we are more than manufacturers; we are problem solvers. Our team of dedicated engineers and skilled professionals' tackles some of the most challenging issues in defense technology. Our expertise includes advanced research systems, maritime solutions, sophisticated sensor technologies and payload delivery capabilities.Job SummaryThe Assistant Controller will support the Controller in maintaining an effective system of accounting, asset, and operational performance controls for day‑to‑day operations and monthly financial statement preparation. This hybrid role, requiring 2 to 3 days per week in the office, will drive initiatives across key finance and accounting functions including AP, AR, Inventory, Payroll, Cash Management, and timecard management. Experience within aerospace and/or defense manufacturing environments is highly desired, as it supports effective navigation of industry‑specific financial and compliance requirements. The role is also responsible for maintaining the GL accounting structure and cost centers and, in partnership with the Controller, supporting all Government and Non‑Government Compliance requirements (including Sarbanes‑Oxley). Hands‑on knowledge of the financials is essential.Responsibilities And Tasks Support the coordination and preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements, quarterly reporting to the parent company. Assist and review in the preparation of the operating budget for the Company. Review monthly journal entries. Review account reconciliations, as needed, based upon risk profile of accounts. Support and direct the development and implementation of applicable policies, desk guides, and procedures for the Company. Properly reviewing and updating as assigned and required by such documents. Directly support the installation, maintenance and improvement of the accounting records, reports, and internal controls at the Company. Prepare and/or supervise financial, operational and contract analysis and general accounting practices in compliance with government requirements, corporate directives, policies, and procedures for the Company. Review, research and document technical accounting issues for GAAP compliance, as needed. Provide regular financial guidance to and interaction with other functions of the facility to improve operating results and measure performance. Actively participate in providing input and the sharing of ideas with Corporate financial/other personnel to promote and execute best practices throughout the financial areas of the Company; and evaluate risks related to performing these practices. Provide accounting/finance contact with parent company for annual audit, tax return preparation, insurance renewals, and certain legal matters. Work to ensure all assigned personnel meet established job requirements, and needed training is identified. May perform all supervisory functions in accordance with established policies and procedures. Develop accounting team of approximately eight individuals. Ad hoc projects as required.Education, Experience, License, CertificationBA/BS in business, with a major in accounting/finance is required; with 5+ years of accounting/finance experience. Active CPA license is highly desired. Strong Excel skills a must (lookups, pivots, indexing, sumifs) A master’s degree in business administration/accounting is a plus. Public accounting experience is highly valued. Experience with a current ERP system is necessary. Federal contracting experience is preferred. Manufacturing industry experience is a plus.Requires strong analytical, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.Skills And AbilitiesU.S. Citizenship is required. Travel and Physical Requirements Nominal travel may be needed. The physical demands describe here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office environment and a manufacturing environment. The employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions in the plant. The noise level in the work environment may be loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, talk, and communicate, use hands/finger, feel, and reach with arms. This position requires the ability to lift, bend or stoop as necessary up to 20lbs. Benefits HighlightsHealthcareRobust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage. Healthcare concierge to help you navigate your benefit selections. Virtual health solutions for physical therapy, menopause, and diabetes. Company paid Basic Life Insurance. Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available. On-site wellness clinic. Paid BenefitsCompetitive compensation. 401k program to plan for your future with company match 75% up to 8% plus 1% Employer contribution. Company Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick). Paid parental leave. Adoption assistance. Fertility and family building assistance. Additional Benefits Flexible work schedules available based on position:9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off 5/8s4/10s 3/12s Lifestyle spending account. Perks at work. Generous employee referral program. Tuition reimbursement. Voluntary benefits available: longer term care, legal, identity theft, pet Insurance, and many more options These are highlights of Elbit America benefits. If there is a conflict with these highlights, company policy or benefits plan documents shall govern. Benefits are subject to change. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledAccessibilitySparton DeLeon Springs, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email us at Accessibility@Sparton.comDisclaimerThis job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.