Controller Moncks Corner, SC 29461 Hybrid work $100,000
- $125,000 a year
- Full-time $100,000
- $125,000 a year
- Full-time Controller —
Legacy Tow Group Location:
Moncks Corner, SC (Remote to start; full-time in-person by Q3 2026)
Employment Type:
Full-Time, Exempt Reports To:
Chief Financial Officer Compensation:
$100,000
- $125,000 base + performance bonus + benefits About Legacy Tow Group Legacy Tow Group (LTG), is a private equity-backed platform building the leading towing and roadside services company in the Southeast.
We operate five brands across the Carolinas, Georgia, and Florida — Elite Towing (Charleston, SC & Gainesville, FL), Tim's Towing & Recovery (Savannah, GA), Walt's Wrecker Service (Jacksonville, FL), Allen's Towing Service (St. Augustine, FL), and Legacy Road Service (our fleet roadside assistance brand). We are on an aggressive growth trajectory, through a combination of disciplined acquisitions and organic expansion. We are hiring a Controller to own the accounting function as we scale. The Opportunity The Controller will be the senior-most accounting leader at LTG, reporting directly to the CFO. You will own the day-to-day accounting operations across all LTG entities, lead month-end close, build and manage the accounting team, and serve as the integration lead for financial onboarding of acquired companies. This is a high-visibility role with direct exposure to the CFO, CEO, Board, lenders, and our PE sponsor. You will inherit a functioning but growing accounting environment and will be expected to professionalize processes, tighten controls, and bring close timelines in line with PE-backed standards. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to build their own team and grow into an elevated role as the platform reaches exit scale. What You'll Own Month-End Close & Financial Reporting (35%) Execute and continuously shorten a multi-entity month-end close across all operating brands and the holding company Review and approve journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany eliminations Produce consolidated financial statements, variance analysis, and management commentary for CFO and Board review Ensure GAAP compliance and audit readiness across all entities Accounting Operations (25%) Own AP, AR, payroll accounting, fixed assets, prepaids, and general ledger integrity Manage the accounting technology stack: QuickBooks Online, Stampli, Ramp, Gusto, Fullbay, and Towbook Drive continuous improvement in automation, controls, and process standardization across entities Oversee cash management, bank reconciliations, and intercompany settlements Team Leadership (15%) Build and manage the accounting team, including AP Specialist, AR/Collections Specialist, and Staff Accountant roles Develop staff, set performance expectations, and establish clear ownership across close activities Coach team members through acquisition integrations and process change Acquisition Integration (15%) Serve as the accounting integration lead for newly acquired entities (LTG is actively closing multiple transactions per year) Migrate acquired companies onto the LTG chart of accounts, accounting systems, and close cadence Partner with operations, HR, and IT to ensure clean handoffs from sellers Compliance, Audit & Lender Reporting (10%) Coordinate annual audit and quarterly reviews with external auditors Prepare lender compliance packages, covenant calculations, and borrowing base reports Support CFO on board materials, due diligence requests, and refinancing workstreams What We're Looking For Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager role Multi-entity consolidation experience — you have closed the books on more than one legal entity simultaneously Strong GAAP foundation and demonstrated ability to lead a month-end close independently Hands-on proficiency in QuickBooks Online (or similar) and Excel Experience managing direct reports Strongly Preferred CPA designation (active or in progress) Public accounting background (Big 4 or regional firm) Prior experience in a PE-backed, multi-location operating company M&A integration experience (chart of accounts migrations, opening balance sheets, purchase accounting) Experience with Stampli, Ramp, Gusto, or similar AP/spend/payroll platforms Exposure to field services, transportation, logistics, or other asset-heavy service businesses Lender reporting and debt covenant compliance experience Who You Are A builder, not a maintainer — you see broken processes as opportunities, not problems Comfortable operating with ambiguity and making the call when perfect information isn't available Strong communicator who can translate accounting into operator language Detail-oriented without losing the plot on what matters Team-first mentality with the judgment to know when to escalate Work Arrangement This role will begin as remote or hybrid to enable an immediate start. By Q3 2026 , the Controller is expected to transition to full-time in-person at our Moncks Corner, SC office location. Candidates must be based in or willing to relocate to the greater Orlando area. Periodic travel to other LTG operating locations (Charleston, Savannah, Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Gainesville) should be expected. Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $100,000
- $125,000 (commensurate with experience) Annual performance bonus Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays 401(k) How to Apply Submit your resume through Indeed.
Qualified candidates will be contacted for an initial phone screen with the CFO, followed by interviews with the CEO and key operating leaders. Legacy Tow Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Pay:
$100,000.00
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
