Controller - Accounting Manager

Description

AHT Cooling Systems USA, a recognized leader in refrigeration solutions for the grocery and convenience store industry, is seeking a Controller to join our team. This is a full-time, onsite role based in our Ladson, SC office, where you will play a critical part in managing financial operations and ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic insight for our growing organization.

If you’re an experienced finance professional looking to work with a company known for innovation, reliability, and excellence, we want to hear from you!

Position Summary:

We are seeking a high-potential, motivated Controller-Accounting Manager who can lead core accounting functions and oversee the AR, AP, and Credit Control teams. This role requires strong technical accounting skills, hands-on operational capability, and the leadership capacity to drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls. 

Key Responsibilities:

· Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings (US GAAP / Management reporting).

· Prepare and analyze P/L, B/S, and Cash Flow statements, including variance analysis and management reporting.

· Manage budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting.

· Prepare supporting documents for federal and state Tax Returns and coordinate with external tax advisors.

· Lead external audits, internal audits, and support J-SOX compliance.

· Manage and develop the AR, AP, and Credit Control teams, ensuring accurate processes and timely reporting.

· Oversee cash flow planning, payment schedules, and working capital optimization.

· Use SAP (or equivalent ERP) for account reconciliation, journal entries, and data extraction.

· Partner with HQ teams (RTTM / DENV) on financial reporting, audit, and compliance matters.

· Drive process standardization, internal control improvements, and cost-efficiency initiatives.

Requirements

  Required Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent technical background.

· Solid experience in monthly and annual closings.

· Proficiency in Excel (Pivot Tables, Lookups, PowerQuery preferred).

· Experience preparing federal and state Tax Return support packages.

· Experience with external and/or internal audit processes.

· Minimum 3 years of managerial experience supervising teams.

· Experience managing AR, AP, and/or Credit Control functions (multiple areas preferred).

· Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

· Ability to work on-site at the headquarters is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience in a multinational or manufacturing environment.

· SAP or ERP system experience.

· Experience in Controller, Accounting Manager, or FP&A roles.

· Proven track record in process improvement and workflow standardization.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.

Personal Attributes:

· High potential and strong motivation to grow.

· Able to lead teams and collaborate across departments.

· Strong ownership, accountability, and logical thinking.

· Proactive, hands-on, and able to work independently.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you are a highly motivated professional with a passion for delivering exceptional service to our customers, we encourage you to explore this exciting opportunity. Join us in making a meaningful impact while growing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.