New

Controller

Vaco
$125,000.00 - $140,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan
United States, Tennessee, Memphis
Jan 29, 2026
Vaco Memphis is assisting its client in its search for a Controller. Position Summary Lead accounting and financial operations for the distribution business Hands-on leadership role combining strategic oversight with operational involvement Operate in a dynamic, entrepreneurial, mid-sized business environment Balance strong accounting controls with flexibility required for growth Reporting Structure Reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and President Oversee a team of four to five accounting and administrative staff responsible for accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory management, core management, and rebate administration Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Controls Own the general ledger and all accounting operations Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes Establish, document, and maintain internal accounting controls and procedures Manage multi-state sales tax compliance and reporting Oversee cash management, bank reconciliations, and treasury functions Prepare financial statements and management reporting packages Support annual audit and tax preparation processes Implement and manage cost accounting for remanufacturing and repair operations Team Leadership Manage accounts receivable, including credit, collections, and customer account maintenance Oversee accounts payable processes, including vendor management and payment processing Direct core inventory tracking and accounting Manage vendor and customer rebate programs, including tracking, accruals, and reconciliations Manage and oversee inventory and purchasing controls Reporting & Business Intelligence Develop and maintain business intelligence reports and dashboards to support decision-making Analyze financial and operational data to identify trends and opportunities Create actionable insights using ERP systems and analytics tools Operational & Cross-Functional Involvement Partner with operations to provide financial insights that drive business decisions Support operational tasks as needed in an entrepreneurial environment Coordinate with the parent holding company on consolidated reporting and corporate initiatives Collaborate with the sister company's finance team on shared processes and best practices Support inventory accuracy initiatives and cycle count programs Contribute to technology and process improvement projects Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Seven or more years of progressive accounting experience At least three years of supervisory experience Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal control frameworks Experience with multi-state operations and sales tax compliance Proven ability to manage a small accounting team Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves approach Strong Excel skills and comfort with ERP systems Experience creating business intelligence reports and dashboards Excellent communication skills and ability to translate financial information for non-financial audiences Preferred Qualifications CPA or CMA designation Cost accounting experience Familiarity with core exchange accounting and remanufactured parts inventory Experience managing vendor and customer rebate programs Technology Environment Infor CloudSuite Distribution (CSD) or similar Infor ERP platforms CSD Analytics (Birst) or similar BI tools Cyberscience or similar distribution management systems Avalara or similar automated sales tax compliance tools Google Workspace and Microsoft Office AODocs or similar document management systems HubSpot or similar CRM platforms Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.