Controller

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 . Thank you for your interest in Robert Half.