Controller
GHJ • Essex, Maryland • Full Time
Posted on Wed, Sep 23, 2026
A growing, multi-location heavy equipment organization is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its accounting operations and financial reporting function. This is a high-impact opportunity for a hands-on finance leader who enjoys developing teams, improving processes, and partnering with senior management to drive stronger business performance.
Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will oversee accounting operations across multiple locations, including financial reporting, AP, AR, general ledger, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and internal controls. The role also leads the accounting team and provides financial analysis and strategic guidance to senior leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day accounting operations across AP, AR, and general ledger functions
- Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and variance analysis
- Monitor financial performance and KPIs and provide actionable insights to leadership
- Develop and maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures
- Coordinate annual audits and oversee tax compliance activities
- Manage reconciliations across multiple dealership locations and accounts
- Partner with senior management on strategic planning, investment analysis, and cost-saving initiatives
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required
- 5+ years of progressive accounting or financial management experience
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls
- Experience in equipment dealerships, construction, or a related capital equipment industry preferred
- Experience with ERP or dealership management systems preferred
- Strong Excel, financial analysis, and reporting skills
- CPA or CMA preferred
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced, multi-location environment
Why Join?
- High-visibility role with direct partnership to the CFO and senior leadership
- Opportunity to lead and develop a broad accounting team
- Exposure to a complex, multi-location business across equipment sales, service, parts, and rental operations
- Ability to drive process improvements and influence the organization's financial performance
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $110,000–$170,000 per year (median ~$137,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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