We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the financial operations of a growing company in Jackson, Mississippi. This position combines strategic financial planning with direct ownership of core accounting activities, making it ideal for a leader who is comfortable moving between big-picture analysis and day-to-day execution. The successful candidate will help guide business decisions through accurate reporting, strong controls, and forward-looking financial insight across sales, service, parts, and inventory functions.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the company’s budgeting process, prepare recurring forecasts, and build longer-range financial models that reflect seasonal demand patterns.
- Translate financial results into practical recommendations related to pricing strategy, expense management, and departmental profitability.
- Work closely with executive leadership on growth plans, capital spending decisions, and broader business expansion initiatives.
- Direct the monthly and annual close cycle while remaining actively involved in journal entries, general ledger review, reconciliations, and statement preparation.
- Produce accurate financial reporting in accordance with organizational standards and maintain reliable internal controls throughout the business.
- Partner with external auditors and tax professionals to support annual audit activities and year-end tax preparation.
- Oversee inventory accounting for equipment, parts, and accessories, including valuation accuracy and cost tracking for related charges such as freight, setup, and financing.
- Monitor cash flow, liquidity, receivables, payables, collections, and floorplan financing obligations to support sound working capital management.
- Collaborate with operational teams to strengthen inventory accuracy, reduce aging or obsolete stock, and ensure compliance with lender reporting requirements.
- 7+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility in a controller or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP accounting principles and the ability to apply them in a multi-department operating environment.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing general ledger activity, reconciliations, financial reporting, and close processes.
- Background in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and financial analysis that supports operational decision-making.
- Experience managing inventory accounting and asset-related controls, preferably in a product-based or dealership setting.
- Proven ability to supervise accounting functions, establish internal controls, and maintain reporting accuracy.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across leadership, operations, and external business partners.
For confidential consideration, please reach out to Emily Schneller, Robert Half Recruiting Manager, at 504-264-5922. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half.
