American Apparel Manufacturing Assistant Controller (Los Angeles)

Position Details
	Title	Manufacturing Assistant Controller - Los Angeles
	Location	USA / California, Southern
	Category	Accounting / Finance
	Type	Full Time
	Duration	Permanent
	Criteria	Experienced
Description
	ABOUT US Located in Downtown Los Angeles, American Apparel is the largest vertically integrated clothing manufacturer and retailer in the United States. As an international brand, American Apparel manages all aspects of its business under one roof which enables us to stay competitive. This allows us to constantly discover new ways of doing business differently and to give back to those who keep our company's success blooming: our workforce. We take pride in being leaders of an industrial revolution. At American Apparel, we believe that having employees work in a technology-driven environment allows the company to attain the highest levels of efficiency. This structure of efficiency ensures American Apparel's competitive edge in the open global market. We are an equal opportunity employer. JOB DESCRIPTION American Apparel is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Assistant Controller to provide support and assist with the coordination of financial accounting, internal controls and reporting activities for our manufacturing and wholesale operations. The role requires the ability to manage staff, help build and lead an effective business partnership among the wholesale accounting department and manufacturing and wholesale operations departments at our corporate headquarters. Qualified candidates will also have the ability to define and maintain the accounting and reporting structure to support future growth of American Apparel's manufacturing and wholesale operations. Candidates must also have the ability to influence the Manufacturing Controller and the Corporate Controller and have the capacity to actively engage and guide the manufacturing accounting team to meet its goals and objectives. Qualified candidates will have a B.S. degree in Finance or Accounting. CPA license is highly preferred. Candidates should have a minimum of 6 to 8 years of experience in positions of increasing responsibility and have an excellent knowledge of GAAP as well as experience with accounting information systems. Excellent understanding of cost accounting is required. Successful candidates will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, business maturity and the ability to work with Senior Management. Experience with manufacturing and apparel industries is preferred. NOTE: Applicants must have the required experience and skills in order to apply. Salary compensation based on previous work experience and salary history. This is a full-time and permanent position. The work environment is fast-paced, friendly, and dynamic and offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified individual. Other duties of this position include but are not limited to those described below: RESPONSIBILITIES Manage financial reporting activities for all manufacturing companies Assist with setting accounting policies and procedures for the manufacturing companies Manage monthly financial reporting for wholesale and manufacturing operations Prepare analytical reviews and reporting packages for senior management Assist in the audit process by assembling and reviewing audit working papers Handle and resolve any accounting and internal control issues timely and effectively Must be committed to meeting monthly closing and financial reporting deadlines REQUIREMENTS Accounting or Finance degree 6-8 years of advanced accounting experience; commanding knowledge of GAAP Excellent understanding of cost accounting Strong leadership skills Previous Supervisory Experience; ability to lead teams Strong planning, analytical and interpersonal skills Excellent organizational and problem solving skills Proficiency in Excel, Word and computerized accounting system Attention to detail, organized and thorough Team player who can thrive in a fast paced environment PREFERRED SKILLS Previous Apparel and Manufacturing Accounting Experience CPA License is strongly preferred BENEFITS We offer the following benefits to all of our employees, as a matter of policy: Affordable healthcare for employees and their families Company-subsidized lunches On-site masseurs Free parking and subsidized bus passes Free ESL classes Free fitness classes IMPORTANT Check out www.americanapparel.net and www.americanapparelstore.com You must have the required job skills You must be authorized to work in United States for any employer You must be able to attend an interview at our Downtown Los Angeles facility You must be willing to work on-site at our Downtown Los Angeles facility: no contractors, no relocation offered

Posted by Kris Iringan