Corporate Controller at Freight Forwarding Company

Platinum Cargo Logistics Inc.; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (Company Contributor

Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Platinum Cargo Logistics, Inc. seeks an experienced senior controller to oversee financial and accounting operations in a high-volume environment. You will supervise staff, strengthen internal controls, coordinate audits, and report GAAP results to executive management.

The role requires 10+ years of corporate accounting, 3–5 years in a controller capacity, and CPA/CMA certification. Colorado residency is required; ESOP company with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience: 10+ years in progressive corporate accounting with 3–5 years in a Controller role managing financial operations of a $100–$300M revenue company.
• Experience in transportation/logistics industry or closely related field; freight forwarding preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance; Active CPA and/or CMA certification required.
• Strong analytical and computer skills; proficiency in accounting software (QuickBooks), ERP systems and advanced Excel data modeling.
• Leadership, clear communication and collaborative interpersonal skills; proven staff development capabilities.
• Residence in Colorado is required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all financial/accounting operations including credit policies, invoicing, AR/AP, treasury, and cash management.
• Develop and document department policies and internal controls for regulatory compliance and fraud prevention.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing; prepare GAAP financial statements for consolidation and Board review.
• Prepare standardized/ custom financial reports and forecasts for management decisions.
• Coordinate loan covenants, banking relationships, audits, and annual tax filings.
• Participate in annual budgeting, multi-year projections and strategic financial planning.
• Develop staff through training programs and cross-training to scale operations with growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

Tools

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Platinum Cargo Logistics, Inc. (“Company”) is seeking an experienced, high-caliber senior controller, with experience in the transportation/logistics industry. to lead the Company’s financial and accounting operations to ensure the financial integrity of the organization and “best-in-class” execution of daily workflows of the accounting staff in a high transaction volume environment. The position requires active “hands-on” supervision and development of professional staff, and coordination with other departments, third parties (e.g. financial institutions, outside auditors) and executive management.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Platinum Cargo Logistics, Inc. is an Employee Owned (ESOP), non-asset based domestic and international freight forwarder that specializes in arranging transportation of freight by air, ground, and ocean, as well as providing other logistics services within North America and on a global basis.Established in 2008, the Company currently has revenues of $150 - $160 million, with significant future growth opportunities.

Operations are managed through a network of 28 offices consisting of independent business owners (“Licensee’s”) and corporate owned locations including, with respect to the later, in Mexico. The corporate organization supports these operations by providing various services including financial, marketing, sales, IT and risk management, vendor qualification and management, etc.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (Direct and Delegated)

• Supervise, monitor and otherwise administer all financial/accounting operations (e.g. credit policies, invoicing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, treasury/cash management, etc.).
• Maintain, improve, develop (as necessary) and document required department policies and procedures to ensure efficient and cost effective operations, productive Licensee relations,, proper recordkeeping and adequate internal controls with respect to regulatory compliance, theft avoidance, integrity/accuracy of financial information.

Close & Reporting Management

• Lead and accelerate timely month-end and year-end closing cycles.Prepare accurate period business unit and consolidated financial statements, in accordance with GAAP, for submittal to executive management and the Board.
• Prepare standardized and/or develop customized financial analytical reports and forecasts in support of management monitoring of critical operations, investment and other strategic decision making.

Compliance, Audit and Tax

• Monitor compliance with loan covenants, maintain corporate credit ratings, and act as primary liaison for banking relationships, annual outside audit process and preparation of annual tax filings.

Strategic Planning & Budgeting

• As a member of the management team, participate in annual strategic planning, and lead development and execution or annual departmental strategic goals and action plans.
• In consultation and coordination with other managers, lead preparation of comprehensive annual budgets and multi-year projections.
• Participate in analysis of financial data and potential investment returns related toM & A opportunities as they may arise.

Department & Team Development

• Continuously assess and manage department staffing to ensure adequate capacity for current operations as well as positioning for future growth.
• Develop systems, including evaluation and automation of workflows, so as to efficiently scale transactional processes consistent with established strategic growth objectives.
• Establish and manage a formal department training and cross-training program to enhance staff skills and provide career advancement opportunities.
• Through active engagement and leadership, promote a highly motivated and productive work environment consistent with the Company’s vision and core values.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Experience: Minimum 10+ years of progressive corporate accounting experience with at least 3 – 5 years in a Controller or similar documented experience managing financial operations of a company with $100 - $300 million in annual revenue.

Applicable experience in the transportation/logistics industry or closely related field required; freight forwarding experience preferred.

Credentials: A Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or closely related field. Active CPA and/or CMA certification is required.

Technical Skills: Highly developed analytical and computer skills; proficiency in accounting software (i.e. QuickBooks), ERP systems and advanced Excel data modeling capabilities.

Leadership, Clear communication and collaborative interpersonal skills. Demonstrable success managing and developing complete financial/accounting teams.

To be considered, candidates must reside in Colorado

Salary: Competitive based on experience; Exempt Status

Benefits

• Medical Insurance (Company Contribution)
• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance available

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Effective December 1, 2022, the Company transitioned to 100% employee-owned. Successful candidate will become a Plan participant upon meeting eligibility requirements.