Controller (Operations Finance Leader)
About The Position
Conway Services is seeking a high-level Controller to lead the financial operations of a $35M+ service center. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role that requires both strong technical accounting expertise and the ability to influence operational performance in a fast-paced environment. You will partner directly with the General Manager and leadership team to own financial performance, drive accountability, and improve profitability across the business. This is not a passive reporting role. This is a position for someone who leans in, challenges the business, and drives results. If you're looking for a role where you can drive performance, influence operations, and take full ownership of financial results, we'd like to hear from you.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or a related discipline and minimum of 5 years of general accounting experience are required.
- Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is required.
- Intermediate or expert proficiency using Microsoft Office products, MS Word, Excel, and Outlook are required.
- Demonstrates strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills, with ability to establish cross function relationships.
- Proven leadership and possession of problems solving skills.
- Knowledge of computerized accounting systems to include word processing, spreadsheet software and integrated ERP/ accounting systems.
Nice To Haves
- Prior management in high volume transactional accounting highly preferred
- Related education and /or training or any equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
- JD Edwards experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Act as a strategic financial partner to the General Manager and operations leaders, aligning financial performance with business objectives
- Collaborate cross-functionally with service, sales, dispatch, fleet, customer service, purchasing, safety, and HR to evaluate financial impact and guide decisions
- Establish and maintain strong financial controls across inventory, purchasing, labor reporting, and A/P processes
- Lead profitability analysis, labor efficiency tracking, and cost reduction initiatives across all operating areas
- Own monthly financial reporting, quarterly forecasting, and annual operating and capital planning
- Drive an accurate and disciplined month-end and year-end close process
- Maintain balance sheet integrity and account reconciliations
- Lead and develop the local accounting team, setting a high-performance standard
- Oversee billing, credit, and collections to optimize cash flow
- Lead the annual budgeting process and enforce company-wide accounting policies and controls
Benefits
- Medical (starting at $5/week), dental, and vision
- HSA/FSA options
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
