Controller

H2 Recruits, LLC; North Kingstown (RI); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

H2 Recruits, LLC is seeking an experienced Accounting leader to oversee financial reporting, internal controls, and fleet accounting for a data-driven rental business in the United States. The role focuses on GAAP compliance, monthly closes, and maintaining asset depreciation schedules for fleet equipment.

Leadership responsibilities include mentoring staff, refining systems, and aligning finance with operational performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA preferred.
• 7–10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• Experience as Controller or Assistant Controller.
• Experience in equipment rental, construction, manufacturing, or asset-heavy industries strongly preferred.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting.

Responsabilités

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and close packages.
• Manage general ledger, journal entries, reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules for fleet.
• Develop internal controls and accounting policies.
• Provide variance analyses and budgeting support.
• Lead and develop accounting staff.
• Coordinate data flow between rental systems and accounting software.

Connaissances

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Outils

ERP/Accounting systems

Excel

Financial modeling

Fleet accounting software

Description du poste

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure compliance with GAAP accounting standards
• Manage general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations
• Produce timely and accurate monthly close packages
• Maintain fixed asset and depreciation schedules for rental fleet and equipment
• Monitor revenue recognition billing accuracy

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Develop and maintain internal financial controls and accounting policies
• Maintain documentation for audit readiness and regulatory compliance

Equipment Fleet Accounting

• Manage accounting for equipment purchases, disposals, transfers, and depreciation
• Maintain capital expenditure tracking and asset registers

Team Leadership

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff
• Implement improvements to accounting systems and financial processes
• Ensure accurate data flow between rental management systems and accounting software

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist the VP of Finance with the annual budgeting process across departments
• Assist the VP of Finance with the preparation monthly and quarterly financial forecasts
• Analyze actual vs. budget performance and provide variance explanations

Financial Modeling

• Help the VP of Finance with the development of financial models for equipment purchases, fleet expansion, and capital investments
• Analyze ROI, payback periods, and utilization assumptions for new equipment
• Support the VP of Finance with pricing strategy and rental rate optimization
• Coordinate with the VP of Finance on key performance indicators including:
  • Equipment utilization rates
  • Revenue per unit
  • Fleet ROI
  • Gross margins by product line

Qualifications

• Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • CPA preferred
• Experience
  • 7–10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
  • Experience as Controller or Assistant Controller
  • Experience in equipment rental, construction, manufacturing, or asset-heavy industries strongly preferred
  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Technical Skills
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting
  • Experience with ERP or accounting systems
  • Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
  • Familiarity with equipment fleet accounting and capital asset management
• Leadership & Soft Skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
  • Ability to translate financial data into operational insights
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Key Success Metrics
  • Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
  • Effectiveness of budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Improvement in financial visibility for fleet and branch performance
  • Cash flow management and working capital efficiency
  • Quality of financial analysis supporting strategic decisions