Corporate Controller

Hammer & Steel Global, LLC; Missouri; On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Profit sharing

401K with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Insurance (Life/ LTD/ AD&D)

Job summary

Hammer & Steel Global, LLC. is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and controls across the organization. The role partner with the CFO and leadership team to drive profitability, planning, and strategic growth initiatives.

The position oversees month-end close, internal controls, budgeting, and compliance with GAAP, with a focus on accuracy and timely reporting. Standard hours are weekdays, with potential overtime for close and audits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• Seven or more years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Significant experience with financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, budgeting, and accounting operations.
• Prior leadership experience within an accounting or finance organization.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, credit, collections, treasury activities, payroll-related accounting entries, banking activity, and account reconciliations.
• Direct the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, management reports, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, lender requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Establish, maintain, and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial governance practices.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

GAAP compliance

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Budgeting

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

CPA, CMA, MBA or equivalent credentials

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Description

Hammer & Steel Global, LLC, founded in 1989, is a leading supplier of pile driving and drilling equipment for foundation and shoring construction projects in the United States of America.

As a leader, we set the standard for the rest of our industry. We demonstrate our commitment to our customers and team members through communication, teamwork, and trust. Our team members are motivated, intelligent, ambitious professionals, who are passionate about what they do.

Hammer & Steel seeks an experienced Corporate Controller responsible for leading the Company's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, compliance activities, and financial processes. This position provides strategic and operational leadership for the accounting function while ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of the Company's financial information. The Corporate Controller serves as a key business partner to the Chief Financial Officer and operational leadership team, supporting financial decision-making, process improvement, business performance, risk management, and long-term growth initiatives. The position is responsible for developing and leading a high-performing accounting organization while strengthening financial controls, reporting capabilities, and operational efficiency across the business.

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. Occasional overtime hours may be required to meet the demands and needs of the business, particularly during month-end close, year-end close, audits, budgeting, or special projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Accounting Operations

• Lead and oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, credit, collections, treasury activities, payroll-related accounting entries, banking activity, and account reconciliations.
• Direct the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, management reports, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, lender requirements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Establish, maintain, and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial governance practices.

Financial Management & Analysis

• Monitor cash flow, banking activity, credit facilities, debt schedules, and related reporting requirements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial planning processes.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs), management reporting, and business analytics that support executive decision-making.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to improve profitability, operational performance, cost control, and business results.

Operational Partnership

• Partner with sales, rental, service, parts, and operations leadership to improve financial visibility and drive business performance.
• Oversee accounting for heavy equipment sales, rental fleet activity, inventory, parts, service, warranty, fixed assets, depreciation, disposals, transfers, and financing arrangements.
• Support company growth initiatives, acquisitions, expansion projects, and other strategic business objectives as needed.

Systems, Compliance & Risk Management

• Serve as the financial systems leader for accounting and finance applications, including ERP administration, reporting solutions, process improvement initiatives, user support, and vendor management.
• Coordinate audit, tax, insurance, lender, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Support the Company's insurance and risk management programs, including policy renewals, underwriting submissions, claims support, and broker relationships.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting systems, workflows, reporting tools, controls, and business processes.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting department personnel to support professional growth and organizational effectiveness.
• Establish performance expectations, accountability measures, and development plans for accounting team members.
• Foster a culture of integrity, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer service throughout the accounting function.
• Build organizational capability and succession planning within the accounting and finance team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary compensation based on experience: $125,000 - $165,000 per year
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short-term disability insurance
• Generous company funded Profit Sharing Plan
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off (PTO), Seven (7) Company Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Leave
• Company paid Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance

Hammer & Steel Global, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other protected characteristic. In addition to federal law requirements, Hammer & Steel Global, LLC. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in all locations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• Seven (7) or more years of progressive accounting and financial management experience.
• Significant experience with financial reporting, month-end close, internal controls, budgeting, and accounting operations.
• Prior leadership experience within an accounting or finance organization.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.

Preferred

• CPA, CMA, MBA, or equivalent professional credentials.
• Experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or comparable financial leadership position.
• Experience in heavy equipment, construction equipment, dealership, distribution, manufacturing, industrial services, or related industries.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar ERP platforms.
• Experience supporting multi-location operations and complex inventory environments.