What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at V Van Dyke Trucking?
V. Van Dyke, Inc., is a privately owned and operated company since 1974- specializing in oversize hauling in the Northwest. The company provides a rich benefit package including free benefits for employees (pays 80% healthcare premiums for dependents) as well as a rich matching 401K contribution. We are looking for an experienced Controller who has knowledge of the trucking industry.
The Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting functions within the organization. This includes managing the preparation of accurate financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis. The Controller ensures compliance with accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory requirements. This role plays a key part in strategic planning by providing financial insights of the Company’s operations to executive leadership. Additionally, the Controller oversees accounting staff, facilitates audits, and identifies opportunities to improve financial efficiency and performance.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
· Prepare, analyze, and present weekly reports and monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
· Audits invoices against purchase orders, researches discrepancies, and obtains approval for all payments.
· Monitors cash flow and ensures effective treasury management.
· Responsible for managing bank account processes such as: preparing bank deposits, wire transfers, transfers between accounts, balancing accounts, and employee user accounts.
· Manages the accounting staff who are responsible for financial reporting, vendor billing, and customer collections. Recruits and hire accounting staff and conducts performance evaluations.
· Establishes internal controls and guidelines for accounting transactions and budget preparation.
· Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards.
· Computes taxes owed, oversees preparation of tax returns with outside tax accountants, and ensures that all taxes are paid properly and on time.
· Audits accounts to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations; coordinates with outside auditors and provides the necessary information for the monthly and annual external audits.
· Presents recommendations to management on short- and long-term financial objectives and policies.
· Collaborates with executive leadership to develop long-term financial strategies.
· Identifies opportunities for process improvement and cost savings.
· Provides financial analysis with an emphasis on capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.
· Provides financial insights to support organizational goals and initiatives.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Share your experience and knowledge of the trucking industry.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $85,000 - $125,000