Regional Controller - Tampa, FL

Regional Controller - Tampa, FL

Opifex‑Synergy is a unique business model in the compact and heavy equipment industry, offering a diverse range of equipment from leading manufacturers and serving contractors of all sizes.

The Regional Controller in Tampa will oversee accounting operations for the region, including the preparation of periodic financial reports, maintenance of accounting records, and the implementation of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk and enhance reporting accuracy.

• Lead and manage the financial activities, transactions, and resources of the assigned region(s).
• Oversee daily operations of the accounting department.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Effectively communicate and coordinate financial information with key stakeholders, explaining data to management to drive business decisions.
• Identify business problems and assist regional stakeholders in analyzing day‑to‑day issues.
• Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions.
• Coordinate provision of information to external auditors for the annual audit.
• Comply with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Issue timely and complete financial statements.
• Recommend benchmarks to measure performance of company operations.
• Calculate and issue financial and operating metrics.
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts.
• Calculate variances from the budget and report significant issues to management.
• Assess and improve accounting procedures.
• Screen, hire, train, and retain accounting department employees.
• Review and assist in sales tax filings for several states.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 5–7 years of progressive accounting management experience.
• CPA or MBA preferred.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office, accounting software, and databases.
• Ability to manipulate large amounts of data.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Military service will be considered in lieu of education/certification experience as applicable.

• Oversee and manage the accounting department (1–5 employees) consisting of staff and/or senior accountants.

• The environment is consistent with an office setting, using a computer, telephone, and other office equipment. The role will encounter interruptions throughout the day.

• Quarterly, or as needed.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer and telephone.

• Please be aware that while this job description provides an overview of the main activities, duties, and responsibilities expected of the employee in this role, it may not encompass every task or requirement. Additionally, the nature of the position necessitates the potential for changes in duties, responsibilities, and activities, which may occur with or without prior notice. The employer reserves the right to modify and adapt these aspects as necessary to meet evolving business needs and organizational objectives.

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health savings accounts with company contributions
• 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with company matching
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and holidays.

Opifex‑Synergy is an equal‑opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.