Controller – Multi Entity
Company: CES
Location: Nashville, TN
Job Type: Full-time
Work Setting: On-site in Nashville, TN
Company Overview
CES is a transportation and logistics company focused on rebuilding, strengthening, and scaling its finance function. We are looking for a high-performing Controller who can bring structure, accuracy, accountability, and confidence to the accounting department.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who wants ownership. The right person will not simply process accounting tasks. They will own the financial integrity of the company, create reliable reporting, improve controls, lead the accounting team, and become a trusted financial partner to the CEO.
Position Summary
The Controller will be responsible for the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of the company’s accounting operations. This includes month end close, financial reporting, cash visibility, accounts receivable oversight, accounts payable controls, payroll/driver pay support, NetSuite process ownership, and multi entity accounting.
In addition to CES, this role will also provide accounting oversight for affiliated entities, These entities do not require full-time attention, but they do require consistent ownership, clean books, timely reconciliations, organized records, and proactive issue management.
We need someone who is hands on, detail oriented, systems capable, and comfortable being accountable for outcomes, not just activity.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
- Own the monthly close process for CES and affiliated entities
- Produce accurate, timely financial statements and management reporting
- Maintain bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, journal entries, and supporting documentation
- Create and manage a close calendar with clear deadlines and accountability
- Ensure financial reports are reviewed, validated, and ready for leadership use
- Identify accounting issues early and bring recommended solutions before they become business problems
Multi-Entity Accounting
- Maintain accounting oversight for CES and affiliated entities
- Ensure each entity has clean books, accurate reconciliations, proper intercompany treatment, and organized supporting records
- Coordinate with outside CPAs, tax preparers, banks, lenders, vendors, insurance providers, and ownership as needed
- Maintain entity specific reporting requirements, compliance records, tax support, and financial documentation
Cash, AR, AP & Controls
- Provide reliable cash visibility and assist with short-term cash forecasting
- Oversee accounts receivable reporting, collections follow up, credit hold controls, and dispute visibility
- Oversee accounts payable processes, payment controls, vendor communication, and payment run discipline
- Support payroll/driver pay controls and exception review
- Ensure appropriate segregation of duties and approval controls
- Build practical procedures that reduce errors, delays, and unnecessary escalation
NetSuite & Systems Ownership
- Serve as the accounting owner for NetSuite processes, reporting, and workflow discipline
- Improve consistency in transaction coding, required fields, saved searches, approvals, and month-end procedures
- Partner with outside consultants or internal technology resources when needed
- Create practical SOPs so the accounting team can follow consistent, repeatable processes
Team Leadership
- Lead, train, and hold accountable a small accounting team covering AR, AP, driver pay, paperwork, collections, and related finance workflows
- Define roles, responsibilities, KPIs, and proof requirements for each function
- Build a culture of accuracy, responsiveness, documentation, and ownership
- Ensure internal and external inquiries are acknowledged within one business day with either an answer, next step, or committed follow up date
Required Qualifications
- Experience owning month-end close and financial reporting
- Strong understanding of accrual accounting, reconciliations, AR, AP, payroll, and internal controls
- Ability to work hands-on while also leading others
- Strong Excel and financial reporting skills
- Experience working in NetSuite experience is strongly preferred
- Ability to manage multiple entities and maintain organized books across related companies
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial issues clearly and directly
- High attention to detail, urgency, and follow-through
Preferred Qualifications
- Transportation, logistics, trucking, or multi-location business experience
- Experience supporting privately held companies or owner-operated businesses
- Experience working with outside CPAs, tax preparers, banks, lenders, and insurance providers
- Experience improving accounting processes, controls, and reporting in a less-structured environment
- CPA, CMA, or public accounting background is a plus, but not required if the candidate has strong practical experience
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief summary of your experience with month-end close, multi-entity accounting, NetSuite or ERP systems, and building reliable accounting processes.
Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- NetSuite: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
