Regional Controller

Required Skills & Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance or equivalent work experience

Experience

At least five years of progressive work experience with at least three years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Preferred

Experience in construction, equipment rentals, or related industry.

Strong working knowledge of JD Edwards, Salesforce, PowerBI, Looker or similar tools

Experience in construction, equipment rentals, or related industry.

Skills

Moderate level communication skills must be able to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos and the ability to write simple correspondence.

Moderate level proficiency in MS applications.

Advanced ability to problem solve and make sound decisions during high pressure situations

Job Description

This role is crucial in actively developing, supporting, and executing a financial strategy that aligns with the operational strategy of the region. As a key member of the Finance organization, this position would be a self-starter that thrives in a high-paced environment.

Duties And Responsibilities

A Regional Controller is responsible for but not limited to the following:

Financial Planning & Analysis

Develops variance analysis to explain monthly performance drivers.

Evaluates trends in data to identify opportunities for improvement.

Forecasts revenue and EBITDA using market demand, backlog, and cost.

Builds a connected financial plan tied to the long-term strategic plan.

Develops long-range strategic forecasts at the branch/region level, inclusive of market outlook and capital asset needs.

Accounting Functions Oversight

Partners with payroll team to ensure accurate and timely processing of weekly payroll.

Collaborates with AR, Credit and Collections by reviewing metrics and engaging with the team clearly and collaboratively.

Follows and enforces internal controls.

Leads month-end close process for the region while ensuring accuracy and timeliness of journal entries and balance sheet.

Assists with administrative functions including contracts, insurance, compliance, titles and registrations. Leads yearly inventory process from a regional financial standpoint.

Leadership

Collaborates with the Regional Vice President to align strategy and financial performance that aligns with financial goals.

Builds rapport with Regional Leadership team to ensure alignment of financial goals and action plans.

Establishes clear and concise goals for the team aligned with company goals.

Communicates organizational goals and strategic outcomes with key stakeholders within the region.

Arranges timelines to complete tasks and department assignments or projects, and meet the deadlines related to those assignments.

Works on special projects to help achieve the objectives of the department.

Travels domestically to different branch locations for training and development purposes.