VP, Controller

The Vice President, Controller owns and optimizes all aspects of accounting operations, including quarterly and annual close processes, as well as all audit procedures. This role will report to the Chief Financial Officer and be located in Charlotte, NC

Manage a team of accounting professionals across 4 divisions, providing guidance, mentoring, and fostering a collaborative work environment and development mindset

Develop and maintain a high-performing accounting team through ongoing coaching and professional development

Ensure timely and accurate preparation of all internal and external financial reports and analysis

Coordinate accounting activities across the organization to ensure all financial transactions, reports, policies, and procedures are in accordance with US GAAP standards and submitted accurately and on time to management and regulatory agencies

Implement new accounting standards in a timely manner and ensure ongoing compliance with all relevant accounting regulations and internal policies

Prepare technical memos for significant transactions, including details of accounting impact and related accounting literature

Develop and maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures

Develop processes to establish and reinforce internal controls for accurate and repeatable financial statement reporting

Maintain inter-entity reconciliation and related financial recordkeeping processes

Identify opportunities to streamline processes and controls to reduce risk and ensure sustainability

Coordinate all audit activity with outside auditors, including annual financial and statutory audits

Support the CFO in engaging the Board and its committees (Audit, Finance) on audit, tax, and financial results

Assist in board presentations and support the budget and forecasting processes

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including onshore and offshore members, to provide financial insights that drive informed decision-making

Review financial plans versus actual results to identify, explain, and correct variances

Participate in leadership and divisional discussions as appropriate

Administer all aspects of new accounting technology implementation

Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

10+ years of progressive accounting responsibility Certified Public Accounting (CPA) certification required

Minimum of 5 years of accounting leadership experience as a Controller or Senior Accounting Officer

Experience with multiple legal entities preferred

Prior private equity experience a plus

Logistics industry experience is a plus

Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly matrixed, global environment while maintaining high degree of accuracy.

Must be discreet in handling highly confidential and sensitive information