Regional Controller (Janesville, WI)

Job Description

Job Title: Regional Accounting Controller

Location: Janesville, WI Position Type: Full-Time | Onsite w/ flexibility for partial remote work

Annual Salary: $125,000 – $135,000

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Immediate Opening!

Position Overview

Coach USA, one of the largest transportation companies in North America, is seeking a Regional Accounting Controller to lead regional accounting operations and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting. Reporting to the VP of Finance, this role has end-to-end responsibility for regional accounting activities supporting operations in Janesville, WI and Waukesha, WI. The position is based in Janesville with periodic presence in Waukesha (30%).

The Regional Accounting Controller serves as a trusted financial partner to regional and corporate leadership, overseeing close processes, regulatory compliance, internal controls, and audit coordination, while supporting operational decision-making through financial insight and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all regional accounting activities, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close, ensuring compliance with GAAP and corporate accounting policies
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, roll-forwards, and regional financial statements
• Ensure the completeness, accuracy, and consistency of regional general ledger activity and balance sheet integrity
• Analyze regional financial results, including income statement and balance sheet variances, and present clear, actionable insights to senior management
• Partner with operations and regional leadership to explain financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and support strategic initiatives
• Lead the regional budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes in coordination with corporate finance
• Oversee cash management activities, including review of bank transactions, journal entries, and reconciliations
• Ensure accurate and timely contract billing, revenue recognition, and related accounting in accordance with applicable standards
• Oversee preparation and review of required state, federal, and industry-specific regulatory filings
• Provide functional oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll activities, ensuring appropriate controls and segregation of duties
• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial governance processes
• Serve as the primary regional point of contact for internal and external audits, including ownership of audit schedules and supporting documentation
• Support enterprise-wide accounting initiatives, system implementations, and special projects as assigned
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• 7–10 years of progressively responsible accounting experience
• Prior experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Leadership role strongly preferred
• CPA highly preferred
  
  

Core Competencies And Skills

• Strong technical accounting expertise with proven ability to interpret and apply GAAP
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and financial accuracy
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP/accounting systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead, review, and develop accounting professionals
• Strong business partnering skills with the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and operate effectively in a deadline-driven environment
• Proactive, adaptable leadership style with a continuous-improvement mindset
• Interested candidates can apply at www.coachusa.com/employment