We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead and strengthen the accounting function for a rapidly expanding transportation business in Tacoma, Washington. This position is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who can bring structure to a fast-moving environment, improve financial visibility, and support continued growth. The role offers the opportunity to shape core processes, partner closely with leadership, and build a scalable foundation for the company’s next stage. Responsibilities:• Direct daily accounting operations across areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activity to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.• Lead the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of complete financial statements.• Design and implement practical accounting procedures, internal controls, and reporting workflows that support a growing transportation organization.• Develop financial analysis, budgets, forecasts, and performance reporting to help leadership make informed business decisions.• Improve the use of existing tools, including QuickBooks and Excel, while identifying opportunities to reduce manual and paper-based processes.• Partner with administrative and operational teams to clarify responsibilities, strengthen accountability, and increase efficiency across finance-related activities.• Prepare consolidated financial information and present clear insights on revenue trends, costs, and overall business performance.• Support the evaluation and rollout of improved financial systems and standardized processes as the company continues to scale.• Contribute as a strategic finance leader while remaining actively involved in day-to-day accounting execution and problem solving. The salary range for this position is $125k to $175k. Benefits available with this position include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a match and 15 days of paid vacation, 5days of paid sick leave and 9 paid holidays per calendar year.

• Proven experience in a Controller or senior-level accounting leadership role within a growing organization. • Strong background in general accounting, financial statement preparation, and oversight of month-end close activities. • Ability to perform detailed financial analysis and translate findings into actionable recommendations for leadership. • Experience creating or formalizing accounting processes, internal controls, and operational efficiencies. • Proficiency with QuickBooks and advanced Excel skills in an accounting environment. • Knowledge of transportation, logistics, or a related operational industry is strongly preferred. • Comfortable working in a hands-on setting where systems and processes are still being built or refined.

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Tacoma, WA
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Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead and strengthen the accounting function for a rapidly expanding transportation business in Tacoma, Washington. This position is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who can bring structure to a fast-moving environment, improve financial visibility, and support continued growth. The role offers the opportunity to shape core processes, partner closely with leadership, and build a scalable foundation for the company’s next stage. Responsibilities:• Direct daily accounting operations across areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger activity to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.• Lead the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of complete financial statements.• Design and implement practical accounting procedures, internal controls, and reporting workflows that support a growing transportation organization.• Develop financial analysis, budgets, forecasts, and performance reporting to help leadership make informed business decisions.• Improve the use of existing tools, including QuickBooks and Excel, while identifying opportunities to reduce manual and paper-based processes.• Partner with administrative and operational teams to clarify responsibilities, strengthen accountability, and increase efficiency across finance-related activities.• Prepare consolidated financial information and present clear insights on revenue trends, costs, and overall business performance.• Support the evaluation and rollout of improved financial systems and standardized processes as the company continues to scale.• Contribute as a strategic finance leader while remaining actively involved in day-to-day accounting execution and problem solving. The salary range for this position is $125k to $175k. Benefits available with this position include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a match and 15 days of paid vacation, 5days of paid sick leave and 9 paid holidays per calendar year.
2026-09-01T00:00:00Z

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