Controller (Distribution Operations)
- $130,000 - $150,000
- Temple, TX
Controller – Distribution Operations- Temple, TX (Onsite; Fridays remote)
A bit about us:
Founded nearly 70 years ago and based in Temple, TX, with other offices across North America, we are a global manufacturer operating an extensive distribution network. We partner closely with shared services, plant finance, and local distribution leaders to drive accurate reporting, tight controls, and scalable processes across 40+ sites.
Why join us?
- Competitive Compensation: $150,000 base salary (DOE) + ~20% bonus
- 401(k) with Match; Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
- Generous PTO, Tuition Reimbursement, Wellness & additional perks (legal/pet insurance)
- Onsite in Temple, TX with Fridays remote (4 on / 1 off)
- Relocation Assistance Available
- Impact: Be the dedicated finance owner for a large distribution network (40+ sites)
- Visibility & Collaboration: Work directly with corporate accounting, shared services, and distribution leadership
- Travel-Light: <20% for site visits, audits, and inventory reviews
Job Details
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
You should have most of the following:
- Own controllership for 40+ distribution sites: monthly close, P&L/BS, and management reporting
- Plan/forecast fixed costs (labor, leases, utilities); track variances and drive savings with site leaders
- Strengthen inventory controls: reconciliations, cycle counts, shrink analysis, corrective actions
- Govern receivables: aging reviews, reserves, collections cadence and escalation
- Maintain/internal controls; lead site audits and support internal/external audit requests
- Build/automate reporting (Oracle/Hyperion/Excel; SQL helpful) and deliver clear insights to leadership while partnering cross-functionally
You should have most of the following:
- CPA; Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance (Master’s a plus)
- Public accounting background; Big 4 strongly preferred
- Seven or more years controllership in multi-location distribution/logistics or multi-site retail
- Ownership of monthly close, P&L/BS, reporting; strong internal controls and audit support
- Hands-on inventory reconciliation/cycle counts and A/R (aging, reserves, collections)
- Advanced Excel; ERP/BI experience (Oracle/Hyperion; SQL a plus); effective cross-functional partner
- Nice to have: M&A diligence/integration, internal audit, shared services, pricing/standard cost
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.