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Controller
📍 Winter Haven, FL
🏢 Full-Time | Exempt | On-Site
📊 Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Join Our Team as a Controller
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Controller to join our growing organization. This role is critical to maintaining the financial health and integrity of our company. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting expertise, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting executive leadership.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in maintaining accurate financial records, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
As our Controller, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the company’s day-to-day accounting functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and financial transparency.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions
Update and manage the general ledger
Reconcile accounting system entries, debits, and credits
Maintain and reconcile trial balances
Perform monthly bank reconciliations
Conduct account reconciliations to ensure accuracy
Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes
Ensure receivables are collected promptly
Maintain petty cash fund
Prepare and issue financial statements
Perform financial analysis and variance reporting
Calculate and process monthly and quarterly sales tax for all companies
Support annual audits and provide documentation to external auditors
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting requirements
Maintain organized accounting records and filing systems
Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
What We’re Looking For
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
8 years of related accounting experience
Strong experience in:
Account Reconciliation
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
Payroll Processing
Financial Reporting
Previous managerial or leadership experience in an accounting or finance department.Â
Experience selecting and implementing accounting systems is a plus
Skills & Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of finance, financial planning, accounting, and tax areas
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Experience with accounting software required
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
Strong communication skills with ability to present financial information to leadership
Why Join Us?
Stable, professional office environment
Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership
High-impact role with visibility across the organization
Collaborative and supportive team culture
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This position operates in a typical office environment. The role requires extended periods of sitting, occasional standing/walking, and the ability to lift up to 15 pounds. Close attention to detail and visual focus are essential.
Work Schedule and Environment
Work is typically performed between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., averaging 40–50 hours per week. Occasional overtime, weekends, or holidays may be required based on operational needs.
What We Offer
Competitive hourly pay
Weekly pay with direct deposit
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
A supportive, family-oriented company culture
Opportunities for growth and advancement
If you are a driven accounting professional ready to take ownership of financial operations and make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply today.
Tucker Paving, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.