Controller

Jeg's Automotive, LLC•Delaware, OH

30d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Controller will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance for JEGS. This role reports directly to the VP of Accounting and CFO and plays a critical strategic role in shaping and improving financial operations across the business. This position requires a seasoned financial leader who is comfortable working in both modern and legacy systems, can navigate detail with accuracy, and can collaborate effectively across departments and levels of the organization.

Requirements

A minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible accounting and finance experience, including significant leadership responsibility.
A proven ability to build, strengthen, or redesign internal controls in alignment with organizational needs.
A hands-on approach and willingness to engage directly in detailed work when necessary to ensure accuracy and operational integrity.
A high degree of intellectual curiosity with the ability to learn the business, its operations, and its financial drivers.
A collaborative working style, with the capacity to partner effectively across departments and levels of the company.
Professional presence and communication skills that foster credibility and respect among peers, leadership, and cross-functional partners.
Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to diagnose issues, identify root causes, and implement practical, effective solutions.
Comfort and adaptability working in both modern and legacy systems, including environments with developing processes or technology constraints.
Sound judgment and the ability to understand organizational needs, financial impacts, and operational priorities before driving recommendations.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Advanced knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
Demonstrated leadership, communication, and cross-functional partnership capabilities.

Nice To Haves

CPA strongly preferred.
Experience in retail, e-commerce, or distribution strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee the general ledger and ensure ongoing compliance with GAAP.
Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, forecasts, and budgets.
Deliver timely variance analysis and insights to inform leadership decisions.
Lead the annual budgeting cycle and long-term forecasting.
Monitor performance against budget and recommend corrective actions.
Partner with organizational leaders to align financial planning with operational goals.
Build, maintain, and enhance robust internal control frameworks.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Manage external auditor and financial institution relationships.
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and banking functions.
Ensure accuracy in daily and month-end processes.
Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team to ensure high performance and professional growth.
Promote strong communication, collaboration, and consistency across the team.
Improve accounting systems, workflows, and reporting capabilities.
Leverage existing ERP tools while strategically navigating older or antiquated systems where needed.