Assistant Controller

Essential Job Functions:

• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) through thorough research and implementation.
• Manage all aspects of the general ledger effectively.
• Provide comprehensive training guidance and leadership to staff ensuring accurate and timely financial information.
• Prepare and consolidate financial statements in alignment with company standards.
• Conduct monthly quarterly and yearend analyses to assess financial performance.
• Collaborate with the Controller and department heads to interpret and analyze financial data recommending strategies to maximize profitability.
• Maintain a robust accounting and operational control environment to safeguard assets enhance operations and manage business risks.
• Communicate financial concepts clearly and persuasively driving desired behaviors among stakeholders.
• Utilize technology proficiently to generate financial reports and optimize information systems.
• Review audit issues and implement necessary corrections.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Accounting and Management.
• At least 2 years of experience in Internal Audit Financial Management or a related field preferably within the logistics or transportation industry.
• Strong knowledge of advanced accounting theory and practice cost accounting accounting systems and procedures and modern office methods.
• Familiarity with GAAP federal state and international financial regulations (e.g. CTPAT Regulations).
• Proficiency in short and longterm budgeting forecasting and productline profitability analysis.

Essential Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Ability to meet physical demands associated with the job including sitting standing or walking for extended periods operating office equipment and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Visual and auditory acuity within normal parameters with proficiency in using hands and fingers for keyboard and mouse operation equipment handling and document filing.

Supervision of Others:

Accounting Specialist

Accounting Associate

Accounts Payable

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits programs provided to all eligible employees; paid vacation holidays and sick leave medical/life/longterm disability insurance and 401K Plan; and voluntary optional dental/vision/shortterm disability insurance.

May be subject to the following screening requirements: Motor Vehicle Drug Screen and Criminal

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