Controller at TFS, LTD – Toledo, Ohio

TFS is the nation’s largest provider of brand-independent facilities, fleet, and asset management services for companies in the manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, hospitality, and numerous other industries. As the leading subject matter experts in mission critical capital assets specific to the warehousing and distribution of goods, TFS is a key supply chain partner for the customers we serve.

TFS, is a leading provider of comprehensive, full life-cycle fleet management for material handling industries. Based in Perrysburg, OH, TFS provides a broad range of single-source, brand independent solutions to streamline warehousing and materials management operations.

At TFS we believe that Our People are what make us great and help us deliver exceptional customer service! We offer industry leading benefits to include:

• Competitive pay: Plus incentive opportunities!
• Full benefits package that starts day one: Includes medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, company-paid life insurance and disability coverage.
• 8 paid holidays
• PTO: Full-time employees enjoy a generous paid time off policy, accruing more time throughout their tenure with TFS
• Training and mentoring: Learn from our experts in the industry

The benefits listed are subject to change at any time. Please speak with an HR Representative for details. In the case of conflict between the information listed and the official plan documents, the plan documents will always govern.

Job Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations and ensuring the timely, accurate preparation of financial information in accordance with GAAP. The Controller reports to the Director of Finance & Accounting, this role will manage the monthly close process, supervise the Accounting Team, strengthen internal controls, and support leadership with financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting. The Controller will play a key role in process improvement, system optimization within Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, and audit coordination. This is a hybrid position requiring one day per week in the Perrysburg, Ohio office.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements
• Oversee the general ledger, including account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and intercompany transactions
• Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff; review work for accuracy and completeness
• Coordinate with external tax providers on income, personal property, and sales tax
• Oversee fixed assets, including capitalizations, depreciation, disposals, and reconciliations
• Support the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and budget-to-actual variance analysis
• Develop, document, and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure GAAP compliance
• Support and lead the coordination of the annual audit
• Partner with the Director of Finance & Accounting on financial analysis, special projects, and process improvements
• Assist with cash forecasting and oversight of AP, AR, and credit card reconciliation processes
• Support ERP functionality and continuous improvement efforts within Microsoft Business Central
• Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Other duties as assigned

*This job description is subject to change at any time.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• CPA or Masters in Accounting is a plus, but not required
• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics Business Central preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; working knowledge of Word and PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proven ability to collaborate across departments and support a hybrid/remote work environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand up to 8 or more hours; use hands to type, maneuver, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work is performed primarily in an open-office setting, with co-workers working side-by-side and a moderate level of activity being performed by co-workers across the office. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. TFS, Ltd. considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.