Controller

Position Summary

Laufer Enterprises, Inc. is seeking an experienced Controller to lead financial operations across a multi-entity organization that includes trucking and transportation, freight brokerage, and warehousing operations. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and sound fiscal management to support business performance and strategic decision-making.

The Controller will oversee the accounting function, drive process improvements, and serve as a trusted financial partner to leadership as the business continues to grow.

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Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee two direct reports and all day-to-day accounting activities, including A/R, A/P, payroll, general ledger, and month-end close

• Consolidate financial statements across trucking, brokerage, and warehousing entities

• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and KPIs

• Ensure accuracy of P&Ls, balance sheets, and cash flow statements for each business unit

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across all operations

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Cost Control & Operational Support

• Develop and maintain cost models for trucking operations (fuel, maintenance, driver pay, equipment depreciation, etc.)

• Support brokerage margin analysis and profitability tracking

• Oversee financial management for warehousing operations, including labor, storage revenue, and inventory controls

• Partner with operations leaders to monitor performance metrics and identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities

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Compliance, Controls & Audit

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, federal/state regulations, and industry-specific requirements (e.g., IFTA, IRP, DOT-related reporting)

• Support HR with financial documentation related to regulatory compliance

• Maintain and continuously improve internal controls, policies, and procedures

• Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and external reporting with third-party CPAs

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Cash Management & Financial Strategy

• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and credit facilities

• Monitor working capital, collections, vendor terms, and cash positioning

• Provide financial insights to support strategic planning, capital investments, and risk management

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Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee accounting and financial systems, including TMS, B2E payroll, and QuickBooks/Sage Peachtree

• Implement automation and process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency

• Ensure alignment and integration of financial data across trucking, brokerage, and warehouse systems

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Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team

• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• Serve as a trusted financial advisor to leadership with clear, proactive insights

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Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 5 years of progressive accounting or finance experience; transportation, logistics, or warehousing experience strongly preferred

• Solid understanding of trucking and brokerage financial structures (settlements, margins, fuel, compliance-related costs)

• Proficiency with accounting, payroll, and enterprise systems

• Demonstrated experience managing and leading a department

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and organizational ability

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• CPA or CMA certification

• Experience with TMS/WMS platforms

• Background in multi-entity or consolidated reporting

• Exposure to warehousing financial operations

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Core Competencies

• Strategic financial leadership

• Team management and mentorship

• Operational awareness within trucking and logistics

• Integrity and strong ethical standards

• Problem-solving and process improvement

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growing organization

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Working Environment

• On-site, office-based role with close collaboration across operations, dispatch, warehouse management, and executive leadership