Business Unit Controller

AMPORTS is a leading provider of port-based automotive and logistics services supporting customers across the United States. The Finance team supports accurate, timely financial processing and reporting at corporate and facility levels, enabling operational continuity and strong internal controls.

Summary/Objective

We are seeking a hands-on, business-minded Business Unit Controller to serve as a key finance partner to facility leadership. This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys being close to the operation, translating financial results into actionable insights, and helping drive stronger performance across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting fundamentals, sound judgment, curiosity, and the ability to lead people, processes, and reporting with urgency and accuracy.
This role is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who wants meaningful ownership, visibility with operational leaders, and the ability to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

• Partner directly with the Facility General Manager and operational leaders to provide timely financial insight, decision support, and performance analysis.
• Own key accounting activities for the business unit, including general ledger oversight, month-end close, journal entries, accruals, and financial statement preparation.
• Review and approve accounts payable vouchers and accounts receivable cash applications to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and appropriate controls.
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset activity, including additions, changes, transfers, disposals, and balance sheet support.
• Prepare monthly and year-to-date variance analysis against budget and prior year, clearly explaining key drivers and identifying follow-up actions.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and support strong internal controls, clean audit support, and reliable reporting.
• Analyze labor, revenue, and departmental performance trends to help facility leadership understand profitability and operational efficiency.
• Support sales tax returns, fuel excise tax refunds, personal property tax returns, legal expense tracking, and lease-related CPI calculations as needed.
• Lead or support the annual operating budget process in partnership with facility and finance leadership.
• Provide audit, tax, and compliance support by preparing accurate schedules, explanations, and supporting documentation.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and help strengthen reporting, controls, and finance support for the business unit.
• Supervise, coach, and develop team members while promoting accountability, responsiveness, and a high-performance finance culture.

What We're Looking For

• A proactive finance partner who can balance accounting accuracy with practical business support.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to explain financial results clearly.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong technical capabilities and system skills, including NetSuite, Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint, and related reporting tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to work with operational and executive-level leaders.
• Organized, self-directed, and able to prioritize competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• Results-oriented, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has supervisory responsibilities and will be expected to coach, support, and develop assigned finance/accounting team members.
Work Environment
Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office, production setting, outdoor/indoor shop environment or enclosed vehicle with adequate ventilation and protection from extreme weather conditions.
Physical Demands
Sedentary physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature. Manual dexterity sufficient to work with the fingers.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time in-office position. Days and hours of work are primarily Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Flexibility may be needed during month-end close, budget cycles, audits, or other critical business deadlines.

Travel

Occasional overnight travel (up to 20%) by land and/or air.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and a minimum of 4 years of progressive accounting or finance experience. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with month-end close, financial reporting, variance analysis, account reconciliations, and supporting or developing team members.
Preferred Education and Experience
Experience in public accounting, audit, operational finance, budgeting, or multi-site business support is preferred. Experience with NetSuite, advanced Excel, and financial reporting tools is also preferred. CPA, CMA, or similar professional certification is a plus.

Why Join Us

• High-visibility role with direct partnership across finance and operations.
• Opportunity to influence business performance, strengthen processes, and make an immediate impact.
• Collaborative environment where finance is expected to be an active business partner, not just a reporting function.
• Full-time, benefits-eligible role.

Computer Operations

Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, reporting tools, and use of AI. Must be highly proficient in Excel and comfortable preparing materials and presenting financial information to leadership.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential)
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Disclaimer + EEO Statement

AMPORTS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

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