Assistant Corporate Controller

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Direct and oversee the accounting operations for a rapidly expanding private equity-backed transportation and logistics firm.

• Manage staff and work in conjunction with the Chief Accounting Officer and Corporate Controller.

• Supervise daily accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.

• Ensure adherence to US GAAP and local accounting regulations.

• Administer monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities, which include financial statements and variance analysis.

• Collaborate with teams across subsidiaries to guarantee timely and precise financial reporting throughout global operations.

• Maintain the general ledger within Business Central, overseeing GL accounts, cost centers, account groups, profit centers, and allocations.

• Manage monthly invoicing and billing workflows.

• Execute special projects and analyses as directed by the CFO, Chief Accounting Officer, or Corporate Controller.

• Aid in audits by preparing necessary documentation and addressing auditor inquiries.

• Track company-wide cash balances to ensure sufficient liquidity.

• Oversee cash flow forecasting and provide both short- and long-term projections to senior management.

• Enhance cash management and funding strategies across global operations.

• Assess and improve internal financial controls.

• Spearhead the development, documentation, and execution of accounting SOPs.

• Assist in compliance with corporate, state, local, property, transfer pricing, and international tax filings.

• Lead, mentor, and nurture the accounting team.

• Guide accounting standards and tax compliance for acquired entities.

• Establish team goals and performance metrics.

• Coach and mentor team members while providing training opportunities.

• Conduct regular one-on-one and team meetings.

• Communicate departmental and individual goals and initiatives.

• Develop, monitor, and assess performance metrics and objectives.

• Perform performance evaluations and implement rewards or disciplinary actions.

• Assist in recruiting and onboarding new staff.

• Foster an environment that aligns with ICAT’s overall mission and objectives.

• Travel as necessary to support multi-site, national operations.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is mandatory.

• CPA designation is preferred.

• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in financial analysis and planning, ideally within transportation, logistics, or a private equity-supported setting.

• At least 5 years of leadership experience.

• Strong background in establishing standardized accounting policies, internal controls, and financial procedures.

• Significant experience in cash flow forecasting and cash balance management.

• Proficient in Business Central (Microsoft Dynamics BC) and other ERP systems.

• Experience with ERP implementations is highly preferred.

• In-depth knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, and international accounting standards.

• Familiarity with private equity firms and their reporting requisites and processes.

• Experience collaborating with external auditors and tax consultants, ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies.

• Advanced Excel and financial modeling capabilities.

• Familiarity with ERP and BI/reporting systems.

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel, including proficiency in pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and impart knowledge to team members.

• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities in a fast-paced logistics environment.

• Exceptional communication skills with the capacity to inspire others.

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce.

• Competence in client-centric environments.

• Flexibility to adjust as priorities change.

• High level of personal integrity.

• Visual capabilities to use close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus.

• Clear and comprehensible oral communication skills.

• Capacity to sit for extended periods.

• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

• Supervisory experience with accountability for staff performance.

🏝️ Benefits

• A flexible work approach tailored to clients’ needs and project support requirements.

• Opportunities for travel by air and/or car to support multi-site, national operations.

• Career advancement prospects with a company that values commitment and contributions.