Assistant Controller

The Assistant Controller plays a key role in supporting the financial operations of a $100M distribution and delivery services organization. This position is responsible for overseeing core accounting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and supporting business scalability. A critical component of this role is hands-on experience with ERP system implementations, upgrades, or major optimizations, working closely with finance, operations, and IT to ensure system integrity and process alignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Controller in managing day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Lead and execute accounting-related aspects of ERP implementation, upgrade, or optimization initiatives, including system testing, data migration, process mapping, and user training
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to support a growing organization
• Partner with operations, logistics, and delivery leadership to ensure proper revenue recognition, cost accounting, and inventory or delivery-related accounting accuracy
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis
• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits and support tax compliance efforts
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, automate workflows, and leverage ERP system capabilities
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, providing guidance and development support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in distribution, logistics, transportation, or delivery services environments
• Recent, hands-on ERP implementation or major system upgrade experience required
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with finance, operations, and IT teams
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Experience

• Experience in high-volume transaction environments
• Exposure to inventory, freight, fuel, or delivery-related cost accounting
• Public accounting background a plus
• Experience supporting scalable growth