Controller in at FLEETGISTICS HOLDINGS LLC

Navigate Logistics is a leading logistics provider custom built for the evolving needs of businesses in today’s same-day delivery world. At Navigate Logistics, our focus every day is to help brands and businesses win in the delivery economy. That’s why we keep our finger on the pulse of the latest trends and developments that impact our business and our customers’ businesses. That’s how we stay ahead. That’s how we help our customers win.

Find out more at: navigatelogistics.com

At Navigate Logistics, we know our people set us apart. And that’s why we do everything we can to invest in them and help them grow every day. We don’t put people in jobs, we work with them to develop long-term career paths that are rewarding, challenging, and fulfilling. We’ve built an inclusive culture where everyone has a voice and a sense of belonging. We value input, we demand collaboration, and we recognize performance. We work together, we play together, and we succeed together! Get on the path to a successful career that delivers more!

Navigate Logistics’ Benefits for Full Time positions include:

• 401(K)
• Health Insurance
• Disability/Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays

Position Summary

The Controller will oversee all accounting and reporting activities for the fast-paced critical mile delivery operations. This role is responsible for ensuring data integrity, managing internal controls, and leading the accounting team. The ideal candidate has strong logistics or transportation accounting experience and excels at managing complex, high-volume transactional data.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations and resolve variances.
• Support audits and coordinate requests from external auditors.
• Maintain compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.

Accounting Operations

• Oversee accounts receivable, including billing, collections and cash application, accounts payable, and payroll functions.
• Oversee driver settlement and payout systems, ensuring accurate and timely compensation for both independent contractors (1099) and agents.
• Perform customer aging reviews and escalation of delinquent accounts.
• Monitor DSO trends and implement initiatives to improve cash conversion.

Controls & Compliance

• Establish, monitor, and enforce robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
• Develop and document accounting policies, procedures, and close checklists.
• Review reserve calculations, including bad debt reserves and allowance methodologies.
• Monitor adherence to segregation of duties and approval workflows.

Business Partnership & Operations Support

• Partner with the FP&A team and executive leadership to support the annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes.
• Collaborate with Operations to improve billing accuracy, productivity, and process efficiency.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and develop accounting personnel.
• Establish performance expectations and accountability measures.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and automation opportunities.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, customer service, and financial stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting and CPA required.
• 6 to 10 years, mix of progressive accounting and managerial experience.
• Experience in transportation, logistics, final-mile, critical-mile, or supply chain operations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, treasury, payroll, AP, AR, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems, transportation management systems, and high-volume transaction environments.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience supporting multi-location operations.

Salary range: $140,000 - $165,000

Work Location: Remote