Corporate Controller

Socket.dev; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life insurance & AD&D

401(k) with company match

Vacation: 4 weeks annually

Holidays & sick leave

Educational assistance (tax-free)

Charitable matched giving

Bonus up to 30%

Job summary

NorthStar Energy is seeking an experienced senior financial leader to oversee the accounting and shared services for the network of operating companies. Reporting to the CFO, you will manage general ledger, AP, AR, credit, tax, and inventory, ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls.

The role is based in Seattle, onsite M-Thursday with remote Fridays, and offers the opportunity to drive process improvements, treasury management, and post-acquisition integration

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 10+ years in public accounting or corporate accounting with career progression.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and attention to detail.
• Experience with ERP systems; PDI Enterprise preferred.
• Experience implementing accounting systems and processes and driving continuous improvement.
• Experience with commodity accounting, derivatives and hedge accounting preferred.
• Experience in petroleum distribution or energy industries preferred.
• Knowledge of inventory accounting and working capital in high-volume environments.
• Experience managing relationships with external auditors, tax advisors and other financial partners.
• Experience with acquisitions, purchase accounting and post-close integration.
• Proven ability to build and mentor high-performing accounting teams.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office.
• CPA strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly close and consolidation for NorthStar and shared services.
• Direct shared services accounting: credit, collections, billing, cash applications, A/P, and inventory.
• Oversee annual audit process and financial statements.
• Implement and monitor internal controls per Saltchuk policies.
• Drive productivity improvements and develop staff.
• Develop and execute an accounting and shared service process-improvement roadmap.
• Provide leadership on accounting policy development and implementation.
• Manage NorthStar bank accounts and treasury services.
• Support M&A activities including quality of earnings review and integration.
• Oversee goodwill valuation process.
• Mentor and engage with teams reflecting company values.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership & people management

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

M&A / purchase accounting

Derivatives accounting knowledge

Process improvement

Communication

Auditors & tax advisors relations

Internal controls

CPA

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

PDI Enterprise

MS Office

Job description

About Us:

NorthStar Energy connects a family of fuel distribution companies serving communities and industries across the Western United States. Our operating companies deliver petroleum products and lubricants safely and efficiently throughout Alaska, Hawaii, California, and the Pacific Northwest.

Each company maintains its own local identity and expertise while operating within a distributed model that leverages NorthStar's shared services in finance & accounting, legal & compliance, pricing & supply, human resources, marketing, and technology. Guided by shared values of safety, integrity, and operational excellence, NorthStar provides the strategic guidance and collaboration that help our teams strengthen performance, share best practices, and grow sustainably.

Together, our 1,000+ employees form a network of trusted brands - delivering energy that fuels people, businesses, and communities every day.

Learn more at www.nsenergy.com.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the CFO, responsible for the leadership and management of NorthStar Energy's overall accounting and shared service functions (general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit, tax, and inventory), which is provided to certain NorthStar operating companies. Maximize the return on assets by administering financial policies, procedures, controls, compliance, and reporting systems that safeguard the assets to assure accurate and timely recording of all transactions.

This is an onsite position in our Seattle office, in office M-Th with remote Fridays.

Essential Functions:

• Oversee the monthly accounting close and consolidation process to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting for NorthStar and shared services companies.
• Direct the shared services accounting function including credit, collections, billing, cash applications, accounts payable, indirect taxes, inventory and fixed assets, providing exemplary service to the operating businesses, customers and vendors.
• Oversee annual audit process and financial statement preparation.
• Implement, modify, and monitor internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting, proper safeguarding of company assets and compliance with all Saltchuk accounting and reporting policies.
• Drive productivity improvements throughout the accounting organization and increase organizational capability through training and development of both accounting and shared service personnel.
• Develop and execute an accounting and shared service process improvement roadmap for NorthStar and all operating companies.
• Provide leadership throughout the organization on accounting policy development and implementation.
• Manage all NorthStar companies' bank accounts and treasury services.
• Support M&A activities including quality of earnings review, accounting valuation and post-acquisition integration.
• Oversee goodwill process and annual valuation.
• Manage, mentor and engage with team and colleagues in a manner that reflects NorthStar’s values of cohesion, commitment, courage, and personal agency.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
• 10+ years’ experience in public accounting or a corporate accounting department with demonstrated career progression, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and excellent attention to detail
• Strong ERP systems experience; experience with PDI Enterprise preferred
• Experience implementing accounting systems and processes, scaling an accounting function, and driving continuous improvement processes
• Experience with commodity accounting, derivatives and hedge accounting preferred, including understanding of mark-to-market accounting and related financial statement impacts.
• Experience in petroleum distribution, energy, commodities, transportation, or another inventory‑intensive business preferred.
• Working knowledge of inventory accounting, costing and working capital in a high‑volume operating environment.
• Experience managing relationships with external auditors, tax advisors and other third‑party financial partners.
• Experience with acquisitions, purchase accounting and post‑close integration.
• Proven experience building, developing, mentoring and inspiring a high‑performing accounting team
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office
• CPA strongly preferred

Benefits:

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family/dependents
• Employer-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with a 4% company match plus an additional 3% discretionary contribution
• 4 weeks' vacation annually
• 9 company holidays + 2 personal holidays each year + one hour of paid sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Up to $1,000 per year in charitable matched giving program to support causes and organizations you care about
• Up to $5,250 per year in tax‑free educational assistance to assist with career development and growth
• Up 30 % bonus opportunity

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.