Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Reporting

Job in Holly Pond, Cullman County, Alabama, 35083, USA

Listing for: The Monson Group

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-04-17

Job specializations:

Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance, Financial Controller
Accounting
Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager, Accounting & Finance, Financial Controller

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR

Location: Holly Pond

Position Summary

The Controller is accountable for the company's accounting operations. This includes the production of timely and accurate financial reports, maintenance of accounting records, and oversight of controls and budgets designed to reduce risk and support sound decision‑making. The Controller is responsible for improving the accuracy of the company’s financial results, ensuring compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, and helping leadership better understand the business's financial health.

This role will play an important part in supporting a growing trucking operation and building scalable financial processes as the company continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the day to day accounting functions of the company, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, debt, and cash management

Prepare & review accurate monthly, quarterly, & annual financial statements & related reports

Lead the month end and year end close process, including reconciliations, journal entries, and review of financial activity

Develop, manage, and improve budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes in partnership with leadership

Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support accuracy, consistency, and compliance

Monitor cash flow, oversee treasury activity, and support financing needs, including lender reporting and equipment financing

Coordinate with external auditors, tax preparers, and other outside partners to support audits, tax filings, and financial compliance

Provide financial insight, reporting, and process improvement recommendations to leadership to help improve profitability, efficiency, and support growth

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of accounting or finance experience, with prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience preferred

Strong knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls

Experience preparing monthly financial statements and managing the month end close process

Working knowledge of GAAP and financial compliance requirements

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with leadership

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in trucking, transportation, logistics, or fleet-related accounting is a plus
Experience with cash management, equipment financing
CPA or CMA is a plus, but not required

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