Regional Controller

NEXTRAN CORPORATION; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Controller to provide vital financial support and strategic guidance. In this role, you will lead financial functions, assist with budgeting, and ensure compliance across the organization. The ideal candidate will possess extensive accounting experience and strong leadership skills, enabling effective collaboration with senior management. Join a network of commercial truck dealerships dedicated to delivering exceptional service and products while enjoying a supportive work environment that values professional growth and family-centered values.

Benefits

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan with Match

Company-Paid Holidays

Medical and Dependent Care FSA

EAP

Great Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

Qualifications

• 7+ years of accounting and finance experience required.
• Proven experience advising senior leadership on strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate financial information to management for decision-making.
• Manage accounting functions including accounts payable and receivable.

Skills

Accounting and Finance Experience

Financial Analysis

Excel Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Team Leadership

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

MS Office Suite

Accounting Software

Job description

Are you looking to further develop your profession into a career? Are you driven by opportunity?

Nextran Truck Centers is hiring!

Our Employees Benefit from:

Career Paths || Network of 30 Dealerships || Disability Insurance || Paid Time Off (2wks 1st year) || Nextran Paid Life Insurance

Family Centered Values || Medical and Dependent Care FSA || 401(k) Retirement Plan with Match || Company-Paid Holidays || EAP

Great Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits || Social Responsibility Opportunities || 28+ Years of Industry Experience || Professional Growth

The Regional Controller will provide administrative and financial support to the General Manager while playing a crucial role in shaping strategic business decisions. This position requires a strong leader who can manage financial functions and guide administrative staff effectively.

• Provide complete and accurate financial information to management, enabling data-driven decision-making.
• Advise the General Manager on strategic business initiatives, offering insights into operational efficiency and long-term growth strategies.
• Assist with budgeting and planning, aligning financial goals with company objectives.
• Lead, develop, and coordinate the administrative staff to ensure high performance. This includes reviewing work, setting priorities, and achieving deadlines.
• Manage accounting functions, including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and project accounting.
• Develop and implement accounting procedures, analyzing current procedures and recommending changes for improvement.
• Oversee monthly/annual closings of financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial statements.
• Conduct financial analyses to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and propose actionable solutions.
• Support the General Manager by preparing executive summaries, forecasts, and business presentations.
• Train and educate staff on internal control procedures, fostering a culture of compliance and accountability.
• Regularly monitor and enforce compliance with organizational policies and procedures and address any deviations. Ensure staff are trained on and consistently follow these policies to maintain operational integrity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant accounting and finance experience; a Bachelor's degree in Accounting is preferred.
• Proven experience advising senior leadership on strategic initiatives and operational efficiency.
• Proficiency in financial analysis and forecasting, as well as advanced Excel skills.
• Highly developed organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration with all stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage several projects concurrently while meeting deadlines.
• Proficient software skills, including MS Office Suite and accounting software.
• Experience in an Auto/Truck dealership is a plus.
• Satisfactory driving record for as-needed travel to other regional dealerships.

Essential duties and related qualifications may be changed as needed to meet the changing demands of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nextran Truck Centers is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

We are a network of commercial truck dealerships committed to providing the best products and services through highly skilled associates who are focused on delivering the lowest life-cycle cost to our customers. Spanning the Southeast and Midwest United States, we provide sales, parts, and service for several leading brands, including Mack, Volvo, Isuzu, GMC, Ford, Hino, and Kalmar Ottawa. EEO Employer