Job Description
Job DescriptionController — Import & Ocean Freight Forwarding
Location: Miami, FL (South Florida)
Employment Type: Full-Time (Exempt)
About Us
Fast-growing freight forwarding & logistics company specializing in ocean imports, drayage, and intermodal transport. We use proprietary software that solves transparency problem in ocean freight forwarding, which has resulted in substantial growth for the company. We're seeking a hands-on Controller with strong operational finance experience in freight forwarding and import logistics.
Role Summary
Lead all accounting and finance functions with a focus on operational cost control, pricing accuracy, cash management, and financial reporting. Work closely with operations and leadership to drive profitability, optimize freight costs, and strengthen financial discipline.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee full-cycle accounting (AR, AP, GL, month-end close, financial statements)
- Manage cash flow, 90-day cash forecast, and annual budgeting process
- Analyze ocean freight, drayage, and other costs; drive cost-reduction initiatives
- Approve quotes/pricing and support margin optimization across lanes/services
- Lead AR, credit, collections, dispute resolution, and minimize write-offs
- Reconcile carrier/agent invoices and resolve billing discrepancies
- Negotiate vendor rates, rebates, and incentive programs
- Maintain internal controls and GAAP compliance; support audit readiness
- Deliver KPI dashboards, financial reporting, and variance analysis
- Review and approve sales commission calculations
- Monitor working capital and liquidity needs
- Collaborate with operations, sales, and compliance teams
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
- 7+ years progressive accounting/finance experience
- Logistics & freight forwarding experience (ocean, import, drayage)
- Proven success reducing logistics costs and improving margins
- Strong AR/collections and complex billing reconciliation skills
- Advanced Excel & financial modeling capability
- Hands-on experience approving pricing/quotes
- Leadership and team-management experience
- Strong communication & cross-functional coordination skills
Preferred
- CPA / CMA
- Experience with freight forwarding systems (e.g., Magaya)
- TMS/ERP experience; multi-currency / global logistics exposure
- Trade compliance and duties accounting familiarity
- Prior experience in fast-growing / scaling environments
Key Metrics / KPIs
- DSO & AR aging improvement
- Freight cost reduction & vendor incentive capture
- Budget vs. actual performance & cash forecast accuracy
- Margin per shipment / lane
- Accuracy of billing & reconciliation resolution time
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive ~$100-120k base salary
- Annual Discretionary Bonus based on Productivity, Performance, and Cost Savings
- Health, Dental, 401(k), and standard benefits
- Professional development / training budget
- Flexible / hybrid work eligibility