Financial Controller

Giant Oil Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Giant Oil Inc. in Tampa, FL is seeking a seasoned Financial Controller to oversee accounting operations and ensure GAAP/IFRS-compliant reporting. This on-site, full-time role partners with leadership to drive accurate financial results and strong internal controls.

The ideal candidate has multi-location retail or fuel industry experience, a solid accounting background, and CPA/CMA certification preferred. You will lead a small team, manage budgeting, audits, and tax filings, while delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required; CPA/CMA preferred
• Strong background in GAAP/IFRS and financial reporting
• Experience with month-end close, consolidation, and internal controls
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, modeling)
• Experience with multi-location retail or fuel industries preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Supervise accounting staff and ensure accurate close timelines.
• Coordinate external audits and tax filings.
• Provide actionable financial insights to leadership for strategic decisions.
• Drive process improvements across the finance function.

Skills

Accounting basics

GAAP/IFRS knowledge

Financial reporting

Advanced Excel

ERP software

CPA/CMA preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA/CMA certification

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Company Description

Giant Oil Inc. is a petroleum marketer operating in both convenience retail and dealer fuel supply markets. The company manages and franchises its proprietary convenience store brand, On The Fly, which is a recognized presence in the convenience store sector. Established in 1995, Giant Oil Inc. has grown to operate stores across Florida, Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky. The organization partners with well‑known industry leaders such as BP, Chevron, ExxonMobil, Sunoco, Texaco, Amoco, and Marathon, offering team members exposure to a broad, dynamic energy and retail landscape.

Giant Oil, Inc is seeking an experienced and professional Financial Controller to join our growing company. This position is responsible for the accounting operations of the company. This includes producing periodic financial reports, maintaining an adequate system of accounting records, and overseeing a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company’s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.

Role Description

The Financial Controller is a full‑time, on‑site role based in Tampa, FL. This role oversees the company’s accounting operations, including the preparation, review, and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. The Financial Controller manages financial reporting processes, ensures compliance with relevant regulations and company policies, and maintains accurate general ledger records. Day‑to‑day responsibilities include supervising accounting staff, overseeing budgeting and forecasting, monitoring cash flow, and coordinating audits and tax filings. The role also involves partnering with leadership to provide actionable financial insights, support strategic decision‑making, and drive process improvements across the finance function.

Qualifications

• Strong Accounting foundation, with hands‑on experience managing general ledger activities and period‑end close processes.
• Proficiency in Finance and Financial Reporting, including the ability to prepare and interpret Financial Statements.
• Demonstrated Analytical Skills, with the ability to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for operational and financial improvement.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting and ERP software, and strong Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, financial modeling).
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA certification is preferred.
• Experience in multi‑location retail, fuel distribution, or a similar industry is an advantage.
• Ability to lead and develop accounting teams, manage competing deadlines, and collaborate effectively with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to accurate, timely financial information.

Requirements

The controller candidate should have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, and progressively responsible experience with a multi‑site retail corporation in the C‑Store, Fuel, or Food industries. Preference will be given to candidates with the Certified Public Accountant designations. Must have PDI experience.

The successful candidate will join a fast paced and growing company that offers full time benefits including: health, life, dental & vision insurance; matching 401K; paid vacation and sick time.

We are a drug free workplace. All employment offers are made contingent on passing a drug test.