Divisional Controller

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

📋 Description

• Supervise and engage in daily accounting operations.

• Manage the closing processes on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

• Assess general ledger activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and balance sheet accounts.

• Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies, aged reconciling items, and issues related to transaction processing.

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, cash application, collections, and associated accounting functions.

• Ensure accurate transaction recording in accordance with company policies and relevant accounting standards.

• Prepare and review financial statements, operational reports, account analyses, and supporting schedules.

• Maintain internal controls, documentation, and readiness for audits.

• Collaborate with divisional leadership to clarify financial outcomes, investigate variances, and address performance challenges.

• Assess accounting procedures to uncover inefficiencies, control gaps, manual operations, and areas for improvement.

• Optimize workflows, standardize practices, implement effective solutions, and enhance accounting efficiency.

• Recognize automation possibilities, enhance system utilization, and bolster data integrity.

• Set procedures, process ownership, accountability, and key performance indicators.

• Propel change and execute improvement initiatives to completion.

• Collaborate with Operations, Sales, Shared Services, and Finance stakeholders to address process disruptions.

• Assist in the rollout of new systems, accounting tools, reporting procedures, and organizational initiatives.

• Ensure adherence to company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory obligations.

• Identify weaknesses in controls and implement corrective measures.

• Coordinate internal and external audit requests.

• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to divisional accounting staff.

• Set performance expectations, reinforce accountability, and encourage consistent execution.

• Recognize training needs and enhance team capabilities.

• Collaborate with corporate Finance and Accounting leadership on company-wide objectives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is essential.

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including roles such as Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar positions.

• Strong expertise in general ledger accounting, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and the monthly closing process.

• Proven experience managing hands-on accounting operations and addressing complex transactional or accounting challenges.

• Demonstrated ability to pinpoint process inefficiencies, implement enhancements, and drive change within an established organization.

• Experience in strengthening internal controls, standardizing workflows, and boosting accounting accuracy and efficiency.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools; proficiency in Excel is required.

• Capacity to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate across functional teams.

• Proven ability to work independently and maintain accountability in a remote setting.

• Ability to successfully pass a background check after offer acceptance.

• CPA or CMA certification is preferred.

• Preferred experience in distribution, wholesale, manufacturing, equipment, service, rental, or other operationally complex sectors.

• Preferred experience in supporting multiple locations, business units, or decentralized operations.

• Familiarity with inventory accounting, operational billing, work orders, fixed assets, service revenue, or rental accounting.

• Experience with ERP platforms such as JD Edwards or comparable enterprise accounting systems.

• Proven track record of implementing measurable improvements to close timelines, reconciliation processes, billing accuracy, or overall accounting productivity.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

• Pet insurance

• Legal insurance

• 401(k)

• Community Service Day

• Spotlight Awards

• National Sales Excellence Awards

• CFSP Prep Certification Program