The Role: Work Model: Charlotte, NC. Onsite Monday-Thursday and Remote on Friday
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Travel Requirements: 5%
Supervisory Responsibilities: 8 direct reports
Reports to: CFO
Bonus Eligible: Yes
*All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. No relocation allowance will be considered unless specifically addressed.
Summary : 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
What You'll Do:Leadership & Team Development- 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
Financial Reporting & Compliance- 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
Internal Controls & Process Improvement- 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
Audit & Board Support- 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
Cross-Functional Collaboration- 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
Technology- Administer all aspects of new accounting technology implementation
What You Bring:- 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
Key Skills• Analytical, data-driven decision making
• Strong systems and process orientation
• Ability to manage complexity across programs and vendors
• Effective stakeholder communication and influence
• Strong attention to detail and execution discipline
Benefits:We offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
• A choice of medical plans with FSA and HSA options
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Health & Wellness Program
• Discounts with Preferred Vendors
