Controller

Safe Fleet•Gladwin, MI

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Controller to manage and oversee daily accounting activities for the Covering Solutions Business Unit. The Controller will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining compliance with accounting standards, and supporting month-end and year-end close processes. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The covering solutions business unit currently operates under Clarience Technologies (formerly SafeFleet) and is comprised of 3 Brands within the Commercial Vehicle Industry known as Vango, Roll-Rite & Pull Tarps. This position has flexibility to be located onsite in either Verona, PA or Gladwin, MI Roll·Rite is the leading manufacturer of electric tarp systems, tarps, gear motor technology and automated power solutions. Roll Rite, LLC designs and manufactures state-of-the-art automated tarp systems and components for the heavy-duty trucking industry serving the Construction, Agriculture, Refuse & Recycling Markets. Roll-Rite’s main facility is currently located in Gladwin, MI. Vango, formerly Merlot Vango, has earned the reputation as the most durable and easiest-to-operate rolling tarp system on America's highways. Since 1960, they’ve been constructing innovative products from the highest quality materials. Vango is a leader in today's tarpaulin industry, meeting the needs of its customers in both quality and customer satisfaction. Vango supplies its national distributors and stock warehouses with superior solutions. As rolling tarp systems have replaced side kits as the preferred method for covering flatbed freight, the Vango is fast becoming the #1 rolling tarp system on the market today. Vango’s main facility is currently located in Verona, PA. Pulltarps® was founded in September of 1990 by Lynn Chenowth. At the time, Lynn was known for Chenowth Racing and his development of the Chenowth Fast Attack Vehicles used in the Kuwait war. Early that year, Chenowth was approached by a friend who owned a local trucking company about a tarping system without arms. Soon after, the original Pull Tarp spring-return truck tarping system was born. Pulltarps main facility is in El Cajon, CA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Experience with ERP systems. Oracle is a Plus
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time to visit remote facilities. If located in Verona, PA, regular travel is required to Gladwin, MI. If located in Gladwin MI, regular travel is required to Verona, PA
Work requires willingness to work a flexible schedule during key deadlines such as Month, Quarter, & Year End

Nice To Haves

Past manager experience preferred.
Direct reports include A/P, & staff accounting team.

Responsibilities

Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Facilitate the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Reconcile general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies
Execute the weekly payment run process with Accounts Payable
Support Operations Leaders with key KPI reporting & metrics to determine cost savings opportunities or improvements
Lead the weekly cash flow forecast
Perform financial analysis to determine trends, estimates, significant changes, and provide narratives explaining findings
Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepare balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret current and projected company financial position for other managers
Assist the finance director with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Lead key projects with the ERP system and determine efficiency improvements
Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and regulatory requirements
Support internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules
Analyze complex accounting issues and recommend solutions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial operations including purchasing, operations, and engineering
Set standard costs of manufactured goods including overhead rates and standard material costs.
Develop and analyze cost standards within the budgeting process
Perform other related duties as assigned