Corporate Controller

The Corporate Controller is responsible for leading the Company's accounting operations and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial information. Reporting to the Managing Director – Accounting & Finance, IT, and Supply Chain, this position oversees general accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury operations, internal controls, and financial systems while supporting the Company's strategic and operational objectives.

Essential Responsibilities:

Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting

• Lead and direct all accounting operations, including general ledger, financial reporting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, lease accounting, payroll accounting, treasury accounting, and intercompany accounting.
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reporting packages for executive leadership, lenders, shareholders, and the Board of Directors.
• Ensure accurate accounting and reporting for complex transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, escrows, leases, revenue recognition, intercompany transactions, and other technical accounting matters.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.
• Review and analyze monthly operating results, key performance indicators, and budget-to-actual variances, providing meaningful financial insight and recommendations.

Financial Planning, Budgeting & Treasury

• Lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasting process, and long-range financial planning activities in partnership with operational leadership.
• Partner with executive leadership to analyze financial performance, identify business risks and opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations.
• Oversee cash management, liquidity forecasting, working capital management, and treasury-related activities.
• Support financing initiatives, capital planning, and financial modeling as required.

Internal Controls, Compliance & Risk Management

• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with GAAP and Company standards.
• Direct the Company's internal control environment, including control design, documentation, implementation, monitoring, and remediation of identified deficiencies.
• Serve as the primary accounting lead for external audits, lender examinations, tax-related inquiries, and other financial compliance reviews.
• Coordinate with external tax advisors and internal stakeholders to support income tax, sales and use tax, property tax, ad-valorem tax, fuel and fuel excise tax, shareholder reporting, and other regulatory compliance requirements.
• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of accounting position papers, technical accounting memorandums, and supporting documentation for significant accounting conclusions.
• Ensure adequate documentation of accounting policies, procedures, controls, and key financial processes.

Systems, Process Improvement & Organizational Effectiveness

• Lead the implementation, enhancement, and optimization of financial systems, reporting tools, and ERP technologies to improve efficiency, reporting capabilities, and scalability.
• Evaluate accounting processes and organizational structures to identify opportunities for automation, standardization, and continuous improvement.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives impacting financial reporting, accounting operations, business processes, and organizational effectiveness.
• Promote best practices that strengthen financial controls, operational efficiency, and decision-making capabilities.

Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting organization while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Establish departmental goals, priorities, and performance expectations aligned with Company objectives.
• Drive accountability for month-end close deliverables, financial reporting deadlines, and departmental performance.
• Develop succession plans and professional development opportunities that strengthen organizational capability and support future growth.
• Foster proactive communication and strong partnerships across all business functions.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; Master's degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) required.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least six years in a management role.
• Minimum of three years of public accounting experience required.
• Experience with publicly traded company reporting or complex GAAP reporting environments.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, technical accounting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury management, and internal controls.
• Experience leading external audits, lender examinations, and financial compliance activities.
• Experience with ERP systems; ERP implementation experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of S-Corporation accounting, shareholder reporting, and Schedule K-1 reporting.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in marine transportation, logistics, industrial, manufacturing, or other asset-intensive industries.
• Experience implementing accounting process improvements and financial system enhancements.
• Treasury management experience.
• Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other complex business transactions.
• Big Four public accounting experience a plus but not required.

Physical Capabilities:

Note that nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time, and the list of job tasks is not all-inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by management as needed.

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AAP/EEO Statement

Campbell Transportation Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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