Controller/Office Manager

Petra Automotive Products is one of the fastest-growing automotive chemical manufacturers in the world, serving more than 6,000 dealerships across the United States and customers in 44 countries. We are an entrepreneurial, faith-based company that values excellence, integrity, accountability, and teamwork. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where your contributions truly matter, we'd love to meet you.

Petra Automotive Products is seeking an experienced Controller / Office Manager to oversee the day-to-day financial operations of our growing company. This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys being involved in every aspect of accounting and office administration—not simply managing others.

The ideal candidate has strong accounting knowledge, excellent organizational skills, and significant experience using QuickBooks Enterprise and NetSuite. This individual will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing cash flow, overseeing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, preparing financial statements, and ensuring the financial health of the organization.

This position reports directly to the President/CEO.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage all day-to-day accounting functions
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Maintain the General Ledger and chart of accounts
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Manage cash flow and weekly cash projections
• Prepare and process journal entries
• Review customer collections and vendor payments
• Manage payroll coordination with outside payroll provider
• Prepare reports for management and ownership
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting
• Coordinate with outside CPA for year-end financials and tax preparation
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies and internal controls
• Maintain fixed asset records
• Assist with inventory accounting and costing
• Oversee office administrative functions and support staff
• Continuously improve accounting procedures and operational efficiencies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience
• Previous experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Senior Accountant, or Accounting Manager
• Expert knowledge of QuickBooks Desktop or QuickBooks Enterprise (Required)
• Strong understanding of:
• • Financial Statements
  • General Ledger
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Bank Reconciliations
  • Journal Entries
  • Cash Flow Management
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• High level of integrity and confidentiality
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or inventory-based businesses
• Experience with multi-state sales tax
• Experience managing office operations and administrative personnel

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Takes ownership of their work
• Is detail-oriented and highly accurate
• Enjoys solving problems
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Is dependable and accountable
• Has a positive attitude and servant's heart
• Wants to grow with a rapidly expanding company

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Performance bonus opportunities
• Health benefits
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Professional growth opportunities
• Stable, growing company with an outstanding culture

If you are looking for more than "just another accounting job" and want to become an important part of a growing organization where your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Petra Automotive Products team.