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 OverviewCoach 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
