Corporate Controller

King Ocean•Sweetwater, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporate Controller is a key member of King Ocean's leadership team, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This role is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of all accounting operations from a U.S. GAAP perspective, guiding the monthly financial close process, and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting. The Corporate Controller will serve as a trusted partner to the CFO, providing technical accounting guidance, firsthand leadership of the accounting team, and strategic support to the broader organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic, international freight and logistics environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field required.
A minimum of 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3–5 years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leadership role.
Demonstrated expertise in U.S. GAAP, financial statement preparation, and the monthly close process.
Firsthand experience managing and developing accounting teams in a multi-entity or multi-currency environment.
History of designing and implementing internal controls and process improvements.
Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP
GL management & reconciliations
Financial statement preparation
Month-end / year-end close
AR & AP oversight
Internal controls & audit readiness
Multi-currency & multi-entity accounting
ERP systems proficiency
Advanced Microsoft Excel
Strong people leadership & mentoring
Clear, executive-level communication
Cross-functional collaboration
Sound judgment & problem-solving
Diligence & high accuracy
Ability to prioritize in fast-paced environment
Integrity and confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration (MBA), or Finance is a strong plus.
Public accounting experience (Big 4 or regional firm) combined with industry experience is strongly preferred.
Experience in transportation, shipping, logistics, freight forwarding, or maritime industry is a meaningful advantage.
Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar); exposure to freight management or TMS platforms is a plus.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the end-to-end monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP, including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement.
Oversee and review general ledger (GL) account reconciliations, investigate variances, and drive timely resolution of discrepancies.
Produce accurate and insightful management reporting packages for the CFO and senior leadership.
Coordinate and support year-end audits and tax preparation activities in partnership with external auditors and advisors.
Maintain and continuously improve the company’s internal control environment, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures in alignment with GAAP.
Ensure the accuracy and completeness of the general ledger, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions.
Monitor and enforce compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations.
Manage the Chart of Accounts, ensuring proper coding, classification, and consistency across all business units and geographies.
Mentor, coach, and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous learning.
Establish clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback to direct reports.
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, sales, and logistics teams to ensure financial data accurately reflects business activity.
Support recruiting, onboarding, and training of accounting team members as needed.
Function as a strategic sounding board for the CFO on accounting matters, technical issues, and financial risk.
Assist in the preparation of financial analyses, budget-to-actual variance reporting, and forecasting support.
Provide technical accounting research and guidance on complex transactions, including international operations, multi-currency considerations, and revenue recognition.