Controller

Jobot; Roswell (GA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid schedule

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Health and Wellness Programs

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

FSAs

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Permanent Controller in the Logistics sector to oversee all accounting operations, budgeting, and forecasting. The role emphasizes GAAP compliance, timely financial statements, and strong internal controls to support growth.

You will lead month-end close, variances, and financial reporting, collaborate with management on infrastructure, and ensure accurate tax filings. A CPA and 5+ years leadership in accounting are highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in accounting.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience with general ledger, month-end close, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations: Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost, Inventory, Revenue recognition.
• Coordinate and direct budgeting and forecasting; report variances.
• Publish timely monthly financial statements and ensure quality control.
• Develop and document accounting policies to strengthen internal controls.
• Manage tax filings and government reporting per local requirements.
• Conduct reviews of financial reports to ensure GAAP compliance.
• Collaborate with management to scale infrastructure and processes for growth.

Skills

GAAP

Budgeting

Forecasting

Leadership

Variance analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Job details

Salary: $170,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us

Join our dynamic and fast-paced team as a Permanent Controller in the Logistics industry. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to play a pivotal role in our company’s financial operations. As a Permanent Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our financial systems, including accounting, budgeting, and forecasting. You will be instrumental in driving the financial success of our organization by ensuring compliance with GAAP standards, conducting variance analysis, and managing our logistics.

Why join us

• Flexible hybrid schedule
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance plus AD Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Responsibilities

As a Permanent Controller, your primary responsibilities will include:

1. Overseeing all accounting operations, including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
2. Coordinating and directing the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts, reporting any variances once finalized.
3. Preparing and publishing timely monthly financial statements ensuring quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
4. Developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
5. Managing and complying with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
6. Conducting timely and detailed reviews of all financial reports and ensuring they comply with GAAP.
7. Collaborating with the management team to develop and implement plans for the operational infrastructure of systems, processes, and personnel designed to accommodate the growth objectives of our company.

Qualifications

1. A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, with a CPA certification being highly preferred.
2. A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in an accounting leadership role.
3. Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures, with experience in creating financial statements.
4. Excellent understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
5. Experience with general ledger functions, the month-end/year-end close process, and forecasting and budgeting.
6. Strong skills in variance analysis and logistics management.
7. Excellent accounting software user and administration skills.
8. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy.
9. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information in a clear and concise manner.
10. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing company, where your expertise will have a direct impact on the strategic direction and future of our business. If you are a seasoned professional with a passion for finance and a knack for numbers, we would love to hear from you.

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