Controller

Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and finance activities for a diversified organization based in Memphis, Tennessee. This position oversees financial operations across multiple business entities and plays a key role in delivering accurate reporting, sound forecasting, and informed business insights. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in accounting, along with the ability to manage deadlines, evaluate financial performance, and support strategic growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily accounting and financial management activities for several affiliated businesses, ensuring consistent controls and reliable reporting.
• Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, coordinating reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
• Review financial results, identify trends or variances, and provide leadership with meaningful analysis to support decision-making.
• Develop budgets and forecasts in partnership with operational leaders, tracking performance against expectations and recommending adjustments as needed.
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting documentation, including the collection, scanning, and control of key accounting files.
• Oversee compliance with internal policies, accounting standards, and reporting requirements across the organization.
• Support acquisition-related financial activities such as due diligence, integration planning, and ongoing reporting for newly added entities.
• Partner with executive leadership to strengthen financial processes and improve visibility into business performance
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA highly desired
• Demonstrated experience in a Controller or senior-level accounting leadership role.
• Background in public accounting and/or automotive dealership accounting is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis across multiple business units or entities.
• Ability to manage documentation accurately, including maintaining organized records and handling scanned financial files.
• Familiarity with mergers and acquisitions activities, including financial review and post-transaction support.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills with a high level of accuracy and accountability.