Assistant Controller

Title:               Assistant Controller                                       

Department:   Finance & Accounting                                          

Location:        Corporate

Reports To:    Controller                    

FLSA:            Exempt

Purpose:                    

Embrace, promote and achieve the Vision, Values and Mission of the company, and to assist in meeting the Owner’s plan each year. UPT is committed to the Guiding Principles of the Responsible Care initiative and anticipates that all employees will share our commitment by conducting themselves consistent with those principles to make the industry even safer for our employees and communities.

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller supports the Controller in overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations of United Petroleum Transports (UPT). This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and timely close processes across a multi-location, asset-intensive transportation environment. The Assistant Controller plays a key role in scaling financial processes to support growth, acquisitions, and operational excellence while upholding UPT’s Vision, Values, Mission, and commitment to the Responsible Care® guiding principles.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Close

• Support and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses.
• Assist in the preparation of consolidated financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.

General Ledger & Technical Accounting

• Oversee general ledger activity, including accruals, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, fuel inventory, and intercompany transactions.
• Assist with technical accounting research and implementation related to new standards or business changes.
• Maintain consistent accounting treatment across UPT and any affiliated entities.

Internal Controls & Audit

• Help design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting.
• Coordinate audit preparation and serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Support SOX-style controls and documentation, as applicable.
• Proactively identify and remediate control gaps or process inefficiencies.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Partner with the Controller and FP&A to support annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
• Analyze financial results, identify trends, and provide insights to leadership.
• Support operational and capital expenditure analysis related to fleet, maintenance, and facilities.

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and development for accounting staff.
• Review work product for accuracy and provide constructive feedback.
• Serve as a backup to the Controller when needed and act as a trusted resource to cross-functional leaders.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Support financial system enhancements, automation, and process improvements.
• Partner with IT and HR systems teams to ensure accurate integration of payroll, benefits, and labor data.
• Drive efficiencies that improve close speed, data quality, and scalability.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote a safety-first mindset consistent with UPT’s Responsible Care® commitment.
• Ensure accounting practices support regulatory compliance across transportation, fuel, and chemical operations.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).
• CPA or CPA-eligible strongly preferred.
• 5–8 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Prior experience in transportation, logistics, manufacturing, or asset-intensive industries preferred.
• Experience in multi-entity or multi-location environments.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP/accounting systems required.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner across Operations, HR, and Leadership.

Success Indicators

• Timely and accurate monthly close.
• Clean audits with minimal adjustments.
• Strong internal controls and documented processes.
• Improved efficiency and scalability of accounting operations.
• Trusted partnership with leadership and operational teams.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with standard business hours.
• Occasional extended hours during month-end, quarter-end, or audit cycles.
• Minimal travel may be required.

Salary : $89,000 - $135,000