Corporate Controller

WARRENTON OIL GROUP•Warrenton, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Controller oversees the company’s accounting operations, including financial reporting, general accounting, tax compliance, treasury functions, and internal controls. The role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial information, maintains compliance with GAAP, and supports strategic business decisions through financial analysis and planning. The Controller leads the accounting department and collaborates with executive leadership on financial strategy, risk management, acquisitions, financing, and tax planning initiatives. The position is based at Warrenton Oil Corporate in Warrenton, Missouri.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or prior Controller experience required.
At least five years of progressively responsible accounting or financial management experience.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, tax compliance, audits, and accounting best practices.
Ability to oversee financial operations, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting while supporting fiscal responsibility and organizational stability.
Ability to evaluate financial information, identify opportunities and risks, and support long-term business objectives.
Ability to lead, coach, and develop team members while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Understanding of business operations and financial drivers, with the ability to align financial decisions with organizational goals.
Proficiency in accounting systems, financial reporting tools, Microsoft Office applications, and related business technologies.
Ability to analyze financial data, identify issues, and develop effective solutions.
Ability to clearly communicate financial information and present findings to leadership and other stakeholders.
Commitment to confidentiality, accuracy, compliance, and high ethical standards.
Ability to set expectations, evaluate performance, provide feedback, and support employee development.
Technological adaptability, including the ability to learn, implement, and adjust to evolving technology.
Ability to work with urgency, adapt to changing priorities, and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership or management experience.
Public accounting experience.
Experience managing multiple entities and complex financial structures.

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports for multiple related entities, including evaluating income, expense, and balance sheet accounts.
Oversee and prepare fixed asset records, construction work-in-progress schedules, and depreciation calculations.
Coordinate and perform monthly closing activities, including account reconciliations, financial reallocations, recurring journal entries, and PDI reporting and analysis.
Lead financing relationships and manage new financing, renewals, and other credit facilities.
Monitor bank accounts and review bank reconciliations and general ledger accounts to identify and resolve discrepancies.
Oversee customer credit processes to ensure compliance with credit approval policies and procedures, including authorization, documentation, and monitoring of credit limits.
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax reporting requirements, government reporting obligations, and debt covenants.
Coordinate and prepare workpapers with third parties for annual financial audits, tax returns, financial projections, and related reporting requirements.
Support business and financial planning initiatives to optimize tax efficiency and financial performance across related entities.
Supervise accounting department personnel by providing guidance, oversight, and performance feedback.
Oversee accounting and financial software systems, including vendor relationships, system updates and enhancements, operational issues, and opportunities to improve efficiency and functionality.
Assist in developing, implementing, and improving accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
Perform other duties as assigned.