Corporate Controller

About Us

Looking for more than just a job? At Thompson Machinery, we’ve been powering progress since 1944. We are the go-to Caterpillar dealer for Middle and West Tennessee and North Mississippi. Come join a team where our mission is simple: deliver smart solutions, build lasting partnerships, strengthen the communities we call home and invest in your growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, fixed assets, inventory, and cost accounting.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes.
• Leverage data, automation, and standardized workflows to modernize close and reporting processes.
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in compliance with GAAP.
• Lead ERP optimization and accounting process improvement initiatives.
• Direct the preparation of financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, depreciation, disposals, and impairments.
• Manage external audits, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Partner with operations and executive leadership to provide actionable financial insights.
• Partner cross-functionally to elevate financial literacy across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA required; MBA or Master’s degree a plus.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including senior leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading full-cycle close, audits, and complex accounting operations.
• Proven track record of driving process improvement and system enhancements.
• Strategic and operational mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and commitment to financial stewardship.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to influence across departments.

Skills

• Expert knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Dynamics, NetSuite, Sage, or similar.
• Experience with fixed asset systems and inventory management.

Benefits

At Thompson Machinery, we believe that great benefits are more than just perks—they’re essential for employee well-being and success. We’ve designed a benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring that our team members thrive both personally and professionally.

• Various medical plan options, including a no-cost option
• Vision and dental insurance
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid basic life insurance
• 401k matching
• Profit Sharing
• 8 paid holidays annually
• Initially up to 15 days of Paid Time Off annually with increase after five years of service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive pay
• Exposure to world-class CAT training and development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Tool Purchase Assistance to buy high-quality tools at deep discounts
• Annual stipend toward the purchase of work boots
• Company Incentive Bonus Program
• Paid Veteran holiday annually to all service members
• Training and Development programs
• Work uniforms and professional cleaning services
• Financial Wellness programs