Area Controller
Company: First Student
Location: Memphis
Posted on: January 26, 2023
Job Description:
First things First: Who are we? Twice the size of our next largest
competitor, First Student is the leading school transportation
solutions provider in North America. Every day, we complete 5
million student journeys, moving more passengers than all U.S.
airlines combined. With a team of highly trained drivers and the
industry's strongest safety record, First Student delivers
reliable, quality services including full-service transportation
and management, special-needs transportation, route optimization
and scheduling, maintenance, and charter services for 1,100 school
district contracts. Provides financial support to operations for
assigned geographic area. Protects and monitors company assets and
analyzes operating results. Supports the RFD and regional
management in contract analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.
Assists with the interpretation and implementation of the company's
accounting policies and procedures. Major Responsibilities
- Assists with location level audits of accounting transactions
and procedures to ensure compliance with IFRS and company policies.
Makes recommendations and ensures that corrective actions are
taken.
- Trains and assists location personnel in the region's
accounting systems and procedures. Conducts training sessions to
raise financial competency of location and other management as
needed.
- Reviews and monitors fleet, including cascading, right sizing,
and lost business transitions for the Region. Reviews the capital
request process.
- Reviews and analyzes fleet systems (i.e., auditing, accounting,
and vehicle maintenance systems to make sure it represents the
proper fleet figures), including performance of a periodic physical
audit.
- Assists with the development of contract bids and rate
calculations and ensures reasonableness of financial assumptions.
Prepares financial models for contract analysis.
- Assists with the preparation of the month end close and
financial reporting statements as needed.
- Manages journal entries and analyzes location level income
statements.
- Prepares the yearly operating plan and monthly forecast for
assigned locations.
- Performs special projects and analysis, prepares various
reports for operations and other management as necessary. Minimum
Experience & Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent
experience
- CPA, CMA, or MBA desirable
- 5+ years experience in accounting/finance
- Experience in financial modeling and accounting theory
- Experience in building detailed budgets and forecasts for one
or more business units.
- Excellent verbal communication skills with all levels of
personnel
- Advanced experience with Microsoft Office and Excel. Must be
able to write complex formulas. Ability to write and debug Excel
macros preferred.
- Accounting and Finance experience in a multi-site environment
preferred.
- Travel may include > 50%. First for a Reason Benefits We
offer competitive compensation and benefits (which vary based on
role, location, and business), including physical and mental health
initiatives, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), and paid
holiday/vacation. Professional Advancement Start here. Go far. We
believe in promoting from within which means tremendous
opportunities for you, thanks to our strong presence across North
America. In addition, our 18-month Aspiring Manager Program
prepares future leaders at First. Extensive Training Build skills
and knowledge in such areas as safety and security, injury
prevention, technology and equipment, and job efficiency. Diversity
& Inclusion Because we're stronger together, we aspire to have a
culture where all people are First. We're committed to providing an
inclusive and diverse working environment for everyone every day.
Community Service & Impact Go where opportunity meets community.
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As the face of
First in your community, you'll have a positive impact on others.
Apply today and get your career on the road with First Student! We
aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to
attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also
committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For candidates
applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California,
First will consider for employment qualified applicants with
criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San
Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance
Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so
we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports
future growth for all. #LI-management
Keywords: First Student, Memphis , Area Controller, Accounting, Auditing , Memphis, Tennessee
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