Controller

We are a fast growing trucking company and we are seeking an experienced accountant to take on the role of an Controller. The ideal candidate will have proven industry experience as an accountant, preferably in a senior role. As a strong communicator and skilled financial analyst, you will make it your mission to streamline our budgeting, payroll, and financial reporting processes. You will produce thorough financial-status reports for senior management to help improve our operational efficiency and aid in our continued growth.

Objectives of this Role:

* Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior management by evaluating, analyzing, and reporting appropriate data points.

* Guide financial decisions by applying company policies and procedures to current economic landscape.

* Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines.

* Achieve budgeting goals with proper scheduling, analysis, and corrective action

* Maximize payroll efficiency through innovative process development

* Help develop and support short and long-term operational strategies

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

* Manage and monitor all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards and regulatory requirements as well as the requirements of private contributions, loans, and government contracts

* Maintain internal control safeguards for the receipt of revenue, costs and both team and organizational budgets and actual expenditures
* In conjunction with the CFO, establish financial and operating benchmarks, budgets, program monitoring, and reporting standards on a bi-weekly, monthly, and annual basis

* Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, upholding federal, state, and local legal standards by remaining knowledgeable about existing, new, and future legislation

* Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflow

* Oversee and support accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity

Skills and Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or related field
5 years proven accounting experience

* Professional accounting certification, including CMA, CGA, or CA
* Working knowledge of finance law and regulatory standards (GAAP)
* Strong understanding of economic and banking processes

Preferred Qualifications
5 years experience as a senior-level accounting or finance manager
Strong working knowledge of detailed financial data analysis
Proven payroll experience, with a focus on streamlining accounting processes
Exemplary history of financial project management
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local tax compliance regulations and reporting
CPA highly preferred

Salary commensurate with experience

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Buffalo, NY 14227: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)
• Controllers: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location