Litehouse Hiring for Logistics Controller at Lowell, MI Full Time

JOB SUMMARY

This position will take ownership of financial accounting, analysis, and budgeting of transportation and logistics, freight in, freight out, structuring financial forecasting in support of departmental initiatives, acquisitions, capital expenditures. The Logistics Controller will be responsible for managing the Transportation Admin group.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform monthly close process for logistics, freight in, freight out. Provides financial insight to include ELT.
• Identify and pursue transportation freight claims, asset warranty adherence, and other cost recovery opportunities. File insurance claims for all equipment damages and accidents
• Responsible for operational budgets for logistics, and review of freight in, freight out, budgets.
• Develop and review monthly KPI’s with the finance / accounting team and transportation and logistics management team.
• Participated in compliance programs including FMCSA, DOT, SFT for Litehouse private fleet operations.
• Responsible for filing annual 2290, IRP, and quarterly IFTA. Maintain 2290 filings for equipment returns and acquisitions as needed throughout the year.
• Handle all IRP, Fuel Tax, and Transportation tax audits.
• Create, Submit, and Manage CARS for all equipment acquisitions and large Transportation based purchases.
• Work with Director of Transportation in building and managing driver pay structure. Oversee driver payroll processing for all facilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Education: 4-year College / University degree in related field of study. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Experience: 6+ years in Transportation accounting or a financial analysis role.
• Management: 2+ years’ experience in Management, Team Leadership, and Supervising employees
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, and Power Point) and proven ability to learn other systems.
• Ability to multi-task, focus and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Understanding and experience in FMCSA and DOT compliance and filing regulations.

IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong leadership qualities and ability to use sound judgment in making decisions.
• Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships with all contacts inside and outside of the company with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task, focus and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Ability to comprehend and apply knowledge of data collection, data analysis, and evaluation.
• Computer skills: to perform this job successfully the individual must have the ability to successfully learn and work in an ERP system.
• Excellent skills in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Normal office environment, fluorescent lights.

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance

The ideal candidate must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test

We do not offer sponsorship

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.