Controller (Operations Finance Leader)

The Role

Act as a strategic financial partner to the General Manager and operations leaders, aligning financial performance with business objectives.
Collaborate cross-functionally with service, sales, dispatch, fleet, customer service, purchasing, safety, and HR to evaluate financial impact and guide decisions.
Establish and maintain strong financial controls across inventory, purchasing, labor reporting, and A/P processes.
Lead profitability analysis, labor efficiency tracking, and cost reduction initiatives across all operating areas.
Own monthly financial reporting, quarterly forecasting, and annual operating and capital planning.
Drive an accurate and disciplined month-end and year-end close process.
Maintain balance sheet integrity and account reconciliations.
Lead and develop the local accounting team, setting a high-performance standard.
Oversee billing, credit, and collections to optimize cash flow.
Lead the annual budgeting process and enforce company-wide accounting policies and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or a related discipline and minimum of 5 years of general accounting experience are required.
  Prior management in high volume transactional accounting highly preferred.
• Related education and /or training or any equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is required.
• Intermediate or expert proficiency using Microsoft Office products, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook are required.
• JD Edwards experience is a plus.
• Demonstrates strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills, with ability to establish cross function relationships.
• Possession of problems solving skills.
• Knowledge of computerized accounting systems to include word processing, spreadsheet software and integrated ERP/ accounting systems.

Benefits

• Medical (starting at $5/week), dental, and vision
  HSA/FSA options
  401(k) with company match
  Paid time off and holidays
  Company-paid life insurance
  Learn more at www.myarsrewards.com

Why This Role Stands Out

• Direct ownership of a multi-million-dollar P&L
• True seat at the leadership table
• Ability to influence business strategy and drive measurable results
• Opportunity to make a visible impact within a growing national organization