Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Position Title: Controller

Wage: Based on Experience

Our Transportation and Logistics client in Hartford, WI is seeking a Controller to lead financial operations across a growing, diverse privately owned organization.

This is a role for a strategic and hands-on, detail-driven finance professional who enjoys partnering with operations and leadership to drive performance, strengthen internal controls, and support smart growth. This is a full-time, direct hire, fully onsite role that reports directly to ownership. A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered, along with the ability to make a real impact through process improvement and strategic insight.

Controller Responsibilities:
- Lead all accounting operations, including A/R, A/P, payroll, and GL
- Consolidate and report financial results across entities
- Prepare and present financial statements, KPIs, budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis
- Develop and manage cost models and profitability analysis for operations
- Ensure GAAP compliance, regulatory reporting, and strong internal controls
- Manage cash flow, banking relationships, credit facilities, and working capital
- Oversee financial systems and drive process improvements and automation
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team
- Advise leadership on financial strategy

Qualifications for Controller:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, CPA or CMA a plus
- 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
- Transportation, logistics, or warehousing experience strongly preferred
- Proven leadership and team management experience
- Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills
- Multi-entity or consolidated reporting experience preferred

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