Divisional Controller - Hybrid

TAPCO (Traffic and Parking Control Co., LLC); Brown Deer (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation & Personal Time

Paid Parental Leave 4 weeks

401K with employer match

Company-funded disability

Insurance: health, vision, dental

Quarterly company events

Job summary

TAPCO (Traffic and Parking Control Co., LLC) is seeking a Divisional Controller to lead financial reporting, close processes, and internal controls across the TAPCO division. You will drive automation, analytics, and responsible AI use to enhance efficiency and decision-making.

The role requires leading a team, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, and guiding treasury, tax, and audits while fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 7+ years progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Manufacturing industry experience is required.
• Experience with software, SaaS, subscription, or ASC 606 revenue recognition preferred.
• Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and audits.
• Strong ERP/financial systems and Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Oversee journal entries, reconciliations, and documentation.
• Manage treasury, debt accounting, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Ensure revenue recognition accuracy and balance sheet integrity.
• Drive process improvements and automation, including AI adoption.

Skills

Leadership experience

Analytical skills

AI adoption curiosity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

ASC 606 revenue recognition

ERP / financial systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

What TAPCO has to offer you

• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Personal Time (starting day one)
• Four Weeks of Paid Parental Leave with no waiting period
• 401K Plan with Employer Match (fully vested on day one)
• Company-Funded Short-Term Disability
• Pet, Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Quarterly Company Events and Lunches
• Have a say in TAPCO Happenings by joining the Fun or Safety Committee

What you will accomplish as a Divisional Controller at TAPCO:

The Division Controller is responsible for the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance for the TAPCO division. This role leads month-end and year-end close, oversees key accounting processes, maintains a strong internal control environment, and develops a high-performing accounting team. The Division Controller also drives continuous improvement through automation, analytics, and responsible adoption of AI tools to improve efficiency, scalability, and decision‑making.

Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee treasury operations, debt accounting, payroll accounting, and fixed assets.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and balance sheet integrity.
• Analyze financial results and resolve accounting issues.

Tax, Controls & Compliance

• Oversee sales and use tax compliance activities.
• Execute and monitor internal accounting controls.
• Maintain audit‑ready documentation and support external audits.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive remediation and continuous improvement of control processes.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide leadership, coaching, and accountability for direct reports.
• Establish clear expectations and measurable goals.
• Develop team capabilities through cross‑training and professional development.
• Promote a culture of ownership, accuracy, continuous improvement, and accountability.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, standardize, and automate accounting processes.
• Leverage approved AI tools and automation technologies across the accounting function to improve productivity and reporting quality.
• Train and develop team members on responsible AI usage and validation practices.
• Partner with Finance and IT leadership to enhance accounting systems, workflows, and analytics.
• Establish metrics and dashboards to improve visibility into close performance, reconciliation status, and process efficiency.

Key Measurables

• Month‑End Close completed accurately and on schedule.
• Year‑End Close completed accurately and on schedule.
• External Audit completed on time with minimal audit adjustments.
• 100% completion of assigned balance sheet reconciliations.
• Completion of annual process improvement and AI adoption initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibility.
• Experience in manufacturing environments required.
• Experience with software, SaaS, subscription, or ASC 606 revenue recognition preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements.
• Demonstrated success leading close processes, process improvement initiatives, and accounting teams.
• Advanced Excel, ERP, reporting, and financial systems proficiency.
• Curiosity and willingness to leverage AI and emerging technologies to enhance accounting operations.

About Us

At TAPCO, we aim to enhance transportation and personal safety in our communities through innovative solutions and products. We are driven to save lives! Are you looking for a career where you can earn a great wage based on experience and performance, your contributions are recognized, and you will have growth potential? Then choose TAPCO!

As an EEO Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran or disability status or other acceptable taglines in all printed employment advertisements.