Assistant Controller

Rhenus Logistics

Florida

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

Join a leading logistics service provider as an Assistant Controller, where you will oversee critical finance functions and ensure compliance with GAAP policies. Utilize your CPA credential and management skills to excel in a dynamic environment, contributing to the company's mission of delivering tailored supply chain solutions.

Qualifications

5+ years of management experience in accounting, ideally in Freight Forwarding or 3PL.
Experience in dynamic environments and ability to travel regionally.
Comfortable managing multiple tasks and training staff.

Responsibilities

Perform month-end journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
Coordinate with accounting staff for timely financial closes.
Prepare financial statements and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Ability to prioritize

Analytical skills

Multilingual (English, Spanish, German)

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience

CPA designation

CMA and/or MBA

Job description

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The Rhenus Group is one of the leading logistics service providers operating worldwide. We offer tailor-made solutions along the entire supply chain for companies from a wide diversity of industries. From multimodal transports to perfect warehousing, from smooth customs clearance to innovative value-added services: We always keep our pulse on the times and are at our customers' side.

What you will be doing

This Assistant Controller is responsible for performing key accounting activities within the finance department. Key duties include monitoring, researching, compiling, and posting month-end journal entries, completing balance sheet account reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with internal controls. The role also involves responding to complex, non-routine inquiries, applying GAAP and Rhenus Logistics policies, procedures, and practices.

You will be contributing to that vision by…

Oversee company-wide finance functions
Coordinate with AP/AR to ensure payment commitments
Review monthly bank/account reconciliations
Monitor inter-company account reconciliations
Reconcile petty cash monthly
Support Treasury and cash flow estimates
Ensure operational closing deadlines are met
Perform monthly system closings and reconciliations
Coordinate with accounting staff for timely monthly closes and forecasts
Prepare and enter monthly general ledger adjustments
Assist with preparing individual and consolidated financial statements
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial analysis and reports
Prepare audit working papers, liaison with external auditors and regional team
Communicate with external accountants as needed
Respond to CRA/IRS and registration compliance queries
Submit monthly commentary and reports on schedule
Assist with annual and mid-term budgeting, review budgets
Conduct financial/cost analysis and special projects
Provide guidance and support to accounting staff
Communicate and support other departments as needed

What skills & experience you will bring to us

5+ years of management experience in accounting, preferably in Freight Forwarding or 3PL
CPA designation with 5+ years of experience
CMA and/or MBA considered an asset
Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities
Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent experience preferred
Proven ability to manage, prioritize, and train others
Comfortable working in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Ability to travel regionally as required
Multilingual: English required; Spanish and German preferred

What You can expect

* Continuous Training: Sharpen your skills and advance your expertise with our professional development programs.

* Great Team: It's truly the people that make the difference - and with us you'll join the best team around.

* Flat Hierarchies: Get straight through to the decision-makers with our streamlined organizational structure.

* Room for Innovation: Turn your ideas into action in an environment that champions creativity and empowers you to lead change.

* Events: From team outings to holiday parties and networking events, we build strong connections by spending quality time together.

* Quick Decision Processes: Make things happen faster with streamlined processes that promote efficiency and effectiveness.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Management
Industries
Freight and Package Transportation, Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Warehousing and Storage

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