Vaco by Highspring · 20 hours ago
Controller
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$125K/yr - $140K/yr
7+ years expVaco Memphis is assisting its client in its search for a Controller. The role involves leading accounting and financial operations for a distribution business while balancing strong accounting controls with the flexibility required for growth.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Kat Flowers Stovall
Responsibilities
Own the general ledger and all accounting operations
Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes
Establish, document, and maintain internal accounting controls and procedures
Manage multi-state sales tax compliance and reporting
Oversee cash management, bank reconciliations, and treasury functions
Prepare financial statements and management reporting packages
Support annual audit and tax preparation processes
Implement and manage cost accounting for remanufacturing and repair operations
Manage accounts receivable, including credit, collections, and customer account maintenance
Oversee accounts payable processes, including vendor management and payment processing
Direct core inventory tracking and accounting
Manage vendor and customer rebate programs, including tracking, accruals, and reconciliations
Manage and oversee inventory and purchasing controls
Develop and maintain business intelligence reports and dashboards to support decision-making
Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends and opportunities
Create actionable insights using ERP systems and analytics tools
Partner with operations to provide financial insights that drive business decisions
Support operational tasks as needed in an entrepreneurial environment
Coordinate with the parent holding company on consolidated reporting and corporate initiatives
Collaborate with the sister company's finance team on shared processes and best practices
Support inventory accuracy initiatives and cycle count programs
Contribute to technology and process improvement projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Seven or more years of progressive accounting experience
At least three years of supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks
Experience with multi-state operations and sales tax compliance
Proven ability to manage a small accounting team
Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves approach
Strong Excel skills and comfort with ERP systems
Experience creating business intelligence reports and dashboards
Excellent communication skills and ability to translate financial information for non-financial audiences
Preferred
CPA or CMA designation
Cost accounting experience
Familiarity with core exchange accounting and remanufactured parts inventory
Experience managing vendor and customer rebate programs
Benefits
Discretionary bonuses
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Company
Vaco by Highspring
Vaco is the Talent Solutions division of Highspring, a leading global professional services organization.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase