- Salary
- $120k – $144k/yr
- Location
- Westbrook, ME
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- Master
- Closing date
- Jul 30, 2026
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
Role:
ControllerJob Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Controller to join a growing heavy construction equipment dealership operating across the Northeast United States and Toronto, Canada. This role is a key member of the finance leadership team, responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, managing the month-end close process, and overseeing core accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and floorplan financing.
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller will lead and develop a team of 3–4 accounting professionals while supporting strategic financial initiatives across multi-location operations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.Compensation:
ControllerJob Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Controller to join a growing heavy construction equipment dealership operating across the Northeast United States and Toronto, Canada. This role is a key member of the finance leadership team, responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, managing the month-end close process, and overseeing core accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and floorplan financing.
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Controller will lead and develop a team of 3–4 accounting professionals while supporting strategic financial initiatives across multi-location operations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.Compensation:
- Base Salary: $120,000 – $144,000 annually
- Discretionary annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive retirement savings plan with employer-matched 401(k).
- 3 weeks paid time off
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (employee & family options)
- Employer-provided long-term disability and basic life insurance
- Wellness programs
- Opportunity to join a continuously growing, inclusive organization
- Join a company culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and committed to supporting growth and development
- Prepare and deliver accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
- Oversee financial reporting for US and Canadian operations, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
- Manage and improve the month-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis
- Maintain and enhance internal controls to ensure financial integrity and safeguard company assets
- Coordinate year-end audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors
- Administer and reconcile floorplan financing, including lender coordination and inventory tracking
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely processing, collections, and cash flow optimization
- Monitor AR aging and vendor relationships, resolving discrepancies and minimizing financial risk
- Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of 3–4 accounting staff, fostering a high-performance culture
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning initiatives
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local tax regulations
- Collaborate with operations, sales, and leadership teams to align financial performance with business objectives
- Manage cross-border accounting processes, including foreign currency and intercompany transactions
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP; familiarity with Canadian GAAP/IFRS is a plus
- Proven experience managing financial reporting and month-end close processes
- Experience with floorplan financing or similar inventory financing structures preferred
- Proficiency with ERP or dealership management systems (e.g., CDK, Procede, SAP, or similar)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- CPA designation (active or inactive) strongly preferred
- Experience in heavy equipment, automotive, trucking, or dealership environments
- Experience managing multi-location and cross-border (US/Canada) accounting operations
- Demonstrated ability to improve accounting systems and internal controls
Skills
ExcelSAPGAAPIFRSAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableComplianceERPCPA
