VP, Controller - Charlotte, NC hybrid

Odyssey Logistics•Charlotte, NC

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Odyssey Logistics is a global logistics and supply chain partner helping businesses optimize performance through fully integrated, end-to-end solutions. We connect transportation, technology, and expertise across a broad network of services including 3PL and 4PL managed services, multimodal and intermodal transport, warehousing, trucking, Jones Act Ocean, and customs brokerage, ensuring goods move reliably, efficiently, and intelligently around the world. Today, Odyssey supports more than 6,000 customers globally, delivering scalable, data driven solutions across complex supply chains. What started with a single client has grown into a dynamic, evolving organization focused on performance, precision, and long term partnership. What Sets Us Apart: Our work is complex, fast moving, and highly collaborative. Success here requires people who think strategically, operate with urgency, and navigate across functions to solve real business challenges. We value individuals who take ownership, challenge the status quo, and turn insight into action. Our culture is grounded in five core values: Win Together, Innovate Boldly, Drive Results, Customer Centric, and Guide with Care. These are not just principles; they shape how we make decisions, partner with customers, and show up for each other. At Odyssey, you are not just part of a company; you are part of building what comes next.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
10+ years of progressive accounting responsibility
Certified Public Accounting (CPA) certification required
Minimum of 5 years of accounting leadership experience as a Controller or Senior Accounting Officer
Ability to work in a fast-paced, highly matrixed, global environment while maintaining high degree of accuracy.
Must be discreet in handling highly confidential and sensitive information

Nice To Haves

Experience with multiple legal entities preferred
Prior private equity experience a plus
Logistics industry experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage a team of accounting professionals across 4 divisions, providing guidance, mentoring, and fostering a collaborative work environment and development mindset
Develop and maintain a high-performing accounting team through ongoing coaching and professional development
Ensure timely and accurate preparation of all internal and external financial reports and analysis
Coordinate accounting activities across the organization to ensure all financial transactions, reports, policies, and procedures are in accordance with US GAAP standards and submitted accurately and on time to management and regulatory agencies
Implement new accounting standards in a timely manner and ensure ongoing compliance with all relevant accounting regulations and internal policies
Prepare technical memos for significant transactions, including details of accounting impact and related accounting literature
Develop and maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures
Develop processes to establish and reinforce internal controls for accurate and repeatable financial statement reporting
Maintain inter-entity reconciliation and related financial recordkeeping processes
Identify opportunities to streamline processes and controls to reduce risk and ensure sustainability
Coordinate all audit activity with outside auditors, including annual financial and statutory audits
Support the CFO in engaging the Board and its committees (Audit, Finance) on audit, tax, and financial results
Assist in board presentations and support the budget and forecasting processes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including onshore and offshore members, to provide financial insights that drive informed decision-making
Review financial plans versus actual results to identify, explain, and correct variances
Participate in leadership and divisional discussions as appropriate
Administer all aspects of new accounting technology implementation