Senior Controller - Trailer Sale

About the Role

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Controller to lead and manage the accounting and financial operations of our trailer sales company across three Utah locations. This is a hands-on role where the right candidate will not only oversee but also actively participate in all accounting processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and a complete understanding of all systems and workflows.

This position will require multi-location oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and maintain the company’s accounting records, books, and financial systems.
• Engage directly in daily accounting activities to gain deep insight into every process, including accounts payable, receivable, deal closings, and inventory management.
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts and ensure financial statements are timely and accurate.
• Implement and improve accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting procedures.
• Provide guidance to the accounting team by modeling best practices before delegating responsibilities.
• Collaborate with ownership and leadership on financial reporting and performance analysis.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including prior experience as a Controller (required).
• Proven track record managing a full set of books in a timely, clean, and efficient manner. If you do not have this experience, you will not be a good fit for this role or for the expectations of ownership.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, including debits, credits, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Demonstrated experience implementing accounting process improvements and managing accounting teams.
• CPA designation preferred but not required.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership in your work.

Compensation:

Starting at $150,000+, with final compensation to be negotiated based on experience, expertise, and overall fit.

This position offers the chance to build a deep, hands-on understanding of the company’s accounting structure and ensure operational excellence across multiple locations. You will be a valuable piece of the executive team with the opportunity to gain the trust of ownership, contribute to company-wide decisions, and be rewarded for your efforts, execution, reliability, and the measurable value you provide through your focused work.

This is a key leadership role in a growing business with high standards of integrity and performance.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.