Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

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Plunkett’s is a solid, family‑owned business established in 1915 – celebrating over 100 years of continued growth! Our service area covers 24 states, with headquarters in Fridley, Minnesota.

Our 800+ employees receive competitive wages and rewards, fantastic benefits, a company‑sponsored retirement program, continuous training, and career development. If you are a high‑performing, creative content‑generating machine and love diving into the stories data can tell, this position could be for you!

• Leave No Doubt – You Care:
  Put people first and solve problems with empathy.
• Own It:
  Be accountable, follow through, and take pride in your work.
• Grow to Control Our Destiny:
  Seek opportunities to grow your route and re‑sell our value every time.
• Shape our Legacy:
  Improve what you touch and help carry forward our 100+ years of service excellence.

We are a $130M and growing organization seeking a Controller with mid‑range tenure to oversee core accounting operations, drive process improvements, and deliver accurate, timely financial information that supports decision‑making across the business.

• Manage and mentor accounting team members, including the Senior Tax Accountant and AP Manager, fostering growth, collaboration, and accountability.
• Lead and manage the monthly closing process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial reporting.
• Identify and implement improvements in accounting operations, reporting, and system integrations to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Oversee preparation and review of financial results at a regional level, ensuring alignment with overall corporate objectives.
• Guide the transition to accrual recognition for material costs; play a key role in integrating data from three systems into a cohesive and accurate financial output.
• Partner with the Director of Finance to support financial planning and ongoing forecast tracking, ensuring performance is measured against expectations and actionable insights are provided.
• Leverage Sage ERP to generate actionable financial insights tailored for executives, operational managers, and other stakeholders.
• Oversee processes to ensure accurate fleet‑related financial data is captured and utilized to manage vehicle costs.
• Manage the annual insurance renewal process and oversee the handling of liability claims throughout the year.
• Payroll Oversight:
  Over time, assume responsibility for overseeing payroll execution in Paylocity, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and seamless coordination with HR.
• Oversight of the annual 401K audit.

• 7–12 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role with direct reports.
• BA in Accounting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and accrual‑based accounting.
• Demonstrated ability to lead month‑end close processes and produce accurate, actionable financial statements.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements and systems integration.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team.
• Experience with payroll oversight for multiple states.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to both financial and non‑financial audiences.

• CPA or lapsed CPA designation preferred.
• Experience in financial planning, budgeting, and variance/forecast tracking.
• Familiarity with Paylocity payroll systems (or ability to quickly learn and apply).
• Experience with Sage ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

• The ability to lift and carry up to 10lbs.
• Sitting for long periods of time; occasionally bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching.
• Read printed materials and a computer screen.
• Stamina needed to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions.
• You must possess the mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer, keyboard, and telephone.
• Communicates through telephone conversations, face‑to‑face interactions, texts, and email.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• The opportunity to play an integral role in shaping financial operations and driving efficiency in a growing, complex organization.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Consumer Services