Financial Controller

Financial Controller – Southland Transportation Group

Reporting to the dealer principal, the Financial Controller will oversee day‑to‑day financial operations, maintain accurate accounting records, generate monthly financial reports, and enforce control measures to ensure precise financial outcomes and risk mitigation.

• Plan, organize, control, and assist in the operation of accounting and finance functions, ensuring timely and accurate recording of all transactions across departments.
• Manage all banking and financing activities; review financial contracts, financing agreements, and insurance policies.
• Develop, improve, and issue monthly and ad‑hoc financial records for senior management.
• Drive process improvements for overall efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting team and recommend improvements in other departments.
• Ensure implementation and adherence to required policies and procedures, recommending changes or improvements.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and performance management to staff across departments.
• Orient, train, and develop new and existing staff; oversee individual goals and performance plans.
• Coordinate monthly close process and ensure accuracy and completeness of financial reporting packages.
• Perform and oversee cash management functions, accounts payable, accounts receivable, truck and trailer inventory management, and processing of contracts and maintenance reporting for the rental fleet.
• Protect assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls.
• Attend weekly management meetings and other duties as directed by the dealer principal and management team.

• CPA designation preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in finance or accounting.
• Proven senior leadership skills; competent and confident operational and strategic manager.
• Proficient with computers, extensive experience with Microsoft Office; familiarity with CDK Dealer accounting program is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to set priorities for self and others.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and a creative, innovative approach.

• Health, dental, STD, and LTD benefits.
• Deferred profit sharing.

Job Type: Full‑time (Contract)

Work Location:

In person

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Job function:
Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries:
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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We thank all applicants for their interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.