Controller

Master's Transportation • Kansas City, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Master's Transportation is seeking an experienced Controller to serve as a key financial leader within one of our operating divisions. This is an opportunity to join a growing organization that continues to evolve across vehicle manufacturing, sales, leasing, rentals, and service operations. We're looking for an accounting professional who enjoys solving complex business challenges, building scalable processes, and partnering with operational leaders to drive results. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, embraces change, and sees growth as an opportunity rather than an obstacle. As a divisional Controller, you will play a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy while helping improve systems, reporting, controls, and business processes that support the company's continued expansion. This is a 100% in-person leadership role in the Kansas City metropolitan area. We believe the strongest partnerships, collaboration, and problem-solving happen when teams work together face-to-face. We offer a great culture, pay, benefits, and investment in your training and development. With Master's Transportation, you can be part of a fast-growing, innovative company. Our new company headquarters located on 40 acres in Kansas City, MO, features a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility. The Master's leadership team values our people and supports their growth and positive employee experience. For people looking to contribute, build on their skills, and work together for shared success, it's an exciting time to join the company!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business, finance, accounting, or related field.
• Eight to ten years of experience as a senior-level accounting or finance manager.
• Professional certification, such as CPA (certified public accountant) or CA (chartered accountant).
• Understanding of US GAAP and solid knowledge of financial reporting best practices.
• Strong communications skills, leadership capability, and desire for organizational visibility.
• Experience in and high-level understanding of financial, accounting and inventory management software systems.
• Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and sound ethical judgement.
• Exceptional computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office, and able to quickly learn new financial systems.
• Experience in private sector preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Ten or more years of professional accounting experience.
• MBA with Accounting emphasis.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close; ensure timely, accurate financial statements and account reconciliations.
• Own general ledger integrity, chart of accounts, accounting policies, and US GAAP compliance.
• Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting SOPs to safeguard cash, fleet/inventory, and other company assets.
• Drive annual budget and rolling forecasts; analyze variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Oversee AR/AP, billing, collections, cash management, and disbursements; improve working capital and cash flow visibility.
• Prepare and present financial and operational dashboards and insights to the CEO and leadership team.
• Ensure accurate accounting for multiple revenue streams (vehicle sales, leasing, rentals, and service/parts), including cut-off and reconciliation to operational data.
• Manage fleet and inventory accounting (capitalization, depreciation, disposals, COGS, and reserves) and support operational reporting.
• Coordinate external accountants/auditors and tax filings; ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Continuously improve finance processes and systems, including ERP/MRP platforms, to increase accuracy, reporting reliability, operational visibility, and scalability.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team; create a high-accountability, service-oriented culture.
• Provide financial oversight for assigned business operations, including manufacturing, fleet, service, rental, leasing, or sales activities, as applicable.
• Support inventory valuation, operational reporting, and financial controls within the ERP/MRP environment.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Leave and 12 Paid Holidays.
• Competitive health insurance, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, and short/long- term disability benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Discounts on travel, entertainment and more.
• Investment in Employee Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior