On-Site VP Finance & Controller — Close, Controls, & M&A

Financial Executives International; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Tampa, FL seeks a senior finance leader who directly owns close, reporting, controls, and audit, with broader finance scope. On-site role reporting to CFO in a growing transportation-focused organization.

CPA strongly preferred; MBA or advanced degree a plus. Candidate will bring multi-site experience, standardize processes, strengthen controls, and enable reliable workflows across accounting systems.

Qualifications

• Direct ownership of financial close, reporting, controls, and audit.
• Experience standardizing processes and strengthening controls across multiple systems.
• Broad finance capability including budgeting, forecasting, and business decision support.

Responsibilities

• Own financial close and reporting calendar, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Lead internal controls program and audit readiness across sites.
• Support strategic business decisions with financial analysis and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Controllership leadership

GAAP & audit

Financial close & reporting

Internal controls

M&A experience

CPA

MBA or advanced degree

Education

CPA preferred

MBA or relevant advanced degree

Job description

Confidential in Tampa, FL seeks a senior finance leader who directly owns close, reporting, controls, and audit, with broader finance scope. On-site role reporting to CFO in a growing transportation-focused organization.

CPA strongly preferred; MBA or advanced degree a plus. Candidate will bring multi-site experience, standardize processes, strengthen controls, and enable reliable workflows across accounting systems.