Controller
Job Description
Position: Controller
We are in search of a determined and experienced Controller to take charge of financial operations for our rapidly expanding client located in Antioch, TN. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in distribution and expert knowledge of NetSuite ERP.
About the Company: Join a dynamic distribution company that collaborates with retail, wholesale, and foodservice partners across multiple states. Our client's culture is entrepreneurial, team-focused, and anchored in accountability, integrity, and operational excellence. As the company continues to grow its revenue, we seek a hands-on Controller to enhance financial operations and facilitate ongoing expansion.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise all accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and Commissions
- Manage bank reconciliations, daily cash management, and cash flow forecasting
- Ensure precise inventory and COGS reporting, incorporating landed cost and freight allocations
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes for accurate and timely financial statements
- Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial analysis to guide business decisions
- Enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures
- Collaborate with external CPA, tax advisors, and lenders for compliance and accurate reporting
- Produce management reports on profitability, margins, and key performance indicators
- Administer financial processes within NetSuite ERP to ensure data precision and efficiency
- Support tax filings, insurance renewals, and other compliance needs
- Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- CPA or CMA certification (preferred)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, particularly in distribution or related sectors
- Proficiency in NetSuite ERP (required)
- Demonstrated success in managing cash flow, financial reporting, and month-end close in a multi-entity environment
- Familiarity with inventory accounting, cost accounting, and margin analysis
- Detail-oriented with strong ownership and organizational skills
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, collaborative environment emphasizing accountability and teamwork
Features and Benefits:
- Opportunity to join a high-growth organization scaling from $25M to $50M+ in revenue
- Role that evolves into a CFO-level position as the company expands
- Chance to build and lead a finance team, influencing critical hiring and process decisions
- Direct reporting line to the CEO, pivotal role in shaping financial structure and strategic direction
- Exposure to robust systems and automation opportunities through NetSuite ERP
- Collaborative, family-oriented environment valuing initiative, accountability, and integrity
Job Requirements
controller, CPA, Accounting, Finance, NetSuite
Additional Information
Frontline Source Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
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Meet Your Recruiter
Emily Adamson
Emily Adamson is a graduate of Texas A&M University with over 5 years of staffing experience at Frontline Source Group as an Executive Recruiter with a focus on placing top Executive Assistants and Administrative Assistants. Her areas of staffing are not limited only to administrative but also her experience within the marketing sector is outstanding. She has specialization with in successful placements for titles such as Chief Marketing Office, CMO, Director of Marketing, Vice President of Marketing, Director of Brand Strategy, Brand Marketing Manger, Head of Marketing Strategy FinTech Growth Marketing, and Marketing Analyst. Working nationwide allows her to truly understand the job market, and how to present her candidates’ skills in the most competitive position going into interviews while also making sure her clients are getting the top 20% of talent available within the market. Whether you are searching for your next opportunity or if you need to locate top-quality talent, Emily will be dedicated to your search!
