Freight Accounting & Controllership Manager

Carrier; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Time off and Leave

Job summary

Carrier Global Corporation is seeking an Accounting & Controllership Manager to lead the monthly financial close with a focus on freight accounting. The role drives process improvements and oversees a developing team, ensuring accurate reporting across North American operations.

The position follows a hybrid work model (3 days in the office, 2 days remote). Key responsibilities include end-to-end freight accounting, overseeing third-party relationships, month-end close, and SOX support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business administration/economics/data analytics.
• 5+ years of experience in accounting.
• 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Office applications at a proficient level.
• 2+ years of experience in team management.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of end-to-end freight accounting including reserves across North American factories and distribution centers.
• Transformational activities including freight process and accounting oversight.
• Management of third‑party provider relationships.
• Supervision and development of direct reports and mentorship across departments; initial team of 2 direct reports.
• Perform and control the month‑end financial statement closing process including supporting team members throughout their duties and reviewing journal entries.
• Review of month‑end account reconciliations prepared by team members.
• Drive automation initiatives using Excel, SAP BI/Analysis for Office and data extraction tools to reduce manual effort and improve accuracy.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective solutions.
• Support annual SOX initiatives and work closely with external and internal auditors.
• Actively participate in cross‑functional special projects as requested.
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Skills

Accounting

Finance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business administration/economics/data analytics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Carrier Global Corporation is seeking an Accounting & Controllership Manager to lead the monthly financial close with a focus on freight accounting. The role drives process improvements and oversees a developing team, ensuring accurate reporting across North American operations.

The position follows a hybrid work model (3 days in the office, 2 days remote). Key responsibilities include end-to-end freight accounting, overseeing third-party relationships, month-end close, and SOX support.