Controller
North Central Utility of Wisconsin•DeForest, WI
•$135,000•Onsite
About The Position
North Central Utility (NCU) is a leading semi-trailer dealership with 10 locations across Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North Dakota. We are looking for a self-motivated, independent thinker to own the role of corporate controller. At NCU we like to say transportation is the lifeblood of America. We take pride in providing quality equipment, parts, and service to our customers – none of which would be possible without our accounting team behind the scenes.
Requirements
- Minimum 7-10 years of accounting experience with 3+ years in management role
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required
- Proficient with Dealership Management Systems (DMS) or similar with cross platform migration a plus
- Exceptional Excel skills with proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications
- Proven ability to manage, train, and hold remote teams accountable.
- Willingness to embrace AI technology for increased efficiency and accuracy
- Excellent work ethic
Nice To Haves
- MBA & CPA preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversee and review timely closing of monthly financial statements for 10 branch locations
- Ensure strict compliance with corporate, sales, use, property and payroll tax regulations across all 3 operating states.
- Direct and mentor a team of branch level accounting admins and a corporate accounting team. Implement standardized accounting procedures, general ledger maintenance, and schedule reconciliations across all locations.
- Collaborate with owners to manage banking relationships and responsibilities including wire & ACH transfers
- Establish, monitor, and enforce robust internal control policies across all physical locations to protect company assets, prevent fraud, and minimize operational variances.
- Coordinate year-end CPA audits, state tax audits, and financial institution reviews. Coordinate physical inventory counts (vehicles and parts) and floorplan audits. Work with outside accountant to manage fixed assets and depreciation schedules.
- Manage complex intercompany transactions, inventory transfers, centralized purchasing allocations, and shared services expenses.
Benefits
- Annual compensation of $135,000 or higher, depending on experience
- 401(k) with 25% company match and profit sharing
- Health, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays (8.5 days)
- Training and professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
