Divisional Controller – Strategic Finance Leader (KC)

Master's Transportation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee development

Discounts on travel and entertainment

Job summary

Master’s Transportation seeks an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function across vehicle manufacturing, sales, leasing, rentals, and service operations in the Kansas City area.

The role reports to the CEO, oversees monthly close, maintains internal controls, and drives process improvements within a fast-growing organization. Requires 8–10 years of senior accounting experience and CPA/CA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, accounting or related field.
• Eight to ten years of senior accounting/finance management experience.
• CPA or CA certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of US GAAP and financial reporting best practices.
• Proven leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with timely, accurate financial statements.
• Own general ledger integrity, COA, policies, and US GAAP compliance.
• Develop internal controls and accounting SOPs to safeguard assets.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Oversee AR/AP, cash management, and working capital improvements.
• Prepare dashboards and provide actionable insights to CEO and leadership.
• Coordinate external auditors and tax filings.

Skills

Leadership

US GAAP

ERP/MRP systems

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/finance/accounting

CPA or CA

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Master’s Transportation seeks an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function across vehicle manufacturing, sales, leasing, rentals, and service operations in the Kansas City area.

The role reports to the CEO, oversees monthly close, maintains internal controls, and drives process improvements within a fast-growing organization. Requires 8–10 years of senior accounting experience and CPA/CA certification preferred.