Accounting Manager

Blast Cleaning Technologies, Inc. (BCT)

Blast Cleaning Technologies, Inc. (BCT) is proud to be the leader in shot blast innovation! We are dedicated to our customers, resulting in continuous company growth year over year.

High‑pay and benefits, generous PTO and paid holidays, casual work environment, a historic location, continuous innovation, free coffee and popcorn, summer cookouts, tuition reimbursement, engaged leadership, second‑chance employer, onsite HR and IT support, veteran support, and all components made in the USA.

• Highly Competitive Pay, Benefit Plans, & 401K: We pay for skill AND talent. We offer comprehensive benefits and 401K employer match up to 6%.
• Medical Insurance: 90% of insurance premiums are covered by BCT. Low deductibles, ZERO coinsurance, and extensive provider networks.
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays: Take advantage of our generous PTO plans and many paid U.S. holidays.
• Casual Work Environment: Enjoy a casual dress code and friendly workplace.
• Historic
  
  Location:
  
  Work in our $2 million investment in upgrades and refurbishment at our historic West Allis location.
• Innovation: Work for a company that invests back into the business and employees. Our cutting‑edge foundry is a prime example.
• Amenities: Enjoy free coffee, popcorn, summer cookouts, and more.
• Continuous
  
  Education:
  
  Venture into your future with a tuition reimbursement program and varied learning investments.
• Engaged Leadership: You will love AND know our CEO. Work with an ethical, hardworking, and interactive leader who listens at all levels.
• Second Chance
  
  Employer:
  
  If you have the skills and work ethic, we will give you a chance.
• Onsite HR and IT Department: Dedicated onsite HR and IT support to meet employee needs.
• Veteran Support: BCT supports and honors veterans.
• Made in America: All our components are made in the USA.

Our core values (Passionate, Accountability, Customer‑Focused, & Team Player) are rooted in the visionary spirit of our CEO, Carl Panzenhagen, who began his career as a teenager working in a foundry. Guided by his leadership, a small team of five evolved into a self‑sustaining manufacturing powerhouse. Today, BCT proudly stands 330+ employees strong and celebrates the completion of our cutting‑edge foundry, a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation.

Under the direction of the Controller, the Assistant Controller is responsible for supporting the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the company’s financial reporting in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This role plays a key leadership function in the month‑end close process, financial analysis, audit coordination, insurance and tax compliance support, and oversight of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations.

The position partners cross‑functionally with all facets of the organization to ensure accurate financial results.

• Partner with the Controller in the month‑end and year‑end close process and reporting processes.
  • Application of GAAP principles to end‑processes and annual financial reporting.
  • Implement and maintain new GAAP requirements, e.g., ASC 842.
  • Journal entry preparation and review; account reconciliations; accruals and estimates.
  • Record and reconcile all intercompany transactions; correct issues with cross‑team collaboration.
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements.
  • Analyze financial results and investigate material variances.
  • Maintain and improve close procedures and documentation.
• Lead and support General Accounting Requirements.
  • Maintain integrity of the general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Review transactions for proper accounting treatment and GAAP compliance.
  • Support analysis team with proper cost accounting and manufacturing/project accounting processes.
  • Assist with implementation and monitoring of internal controls.
  • Identify process improvement and automation opportunities within ERP systems.
• Support the Controller as liaison for external auditors.
  • Coordinate audit timelines, requests, and deliverables.
  • Prepare and review audit schedules and supporting documentation.
  • Assist…