Controller

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Join an established retail organization offering great benefits, a collaborative team, and a high-impact leadership role!

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Salary: $115,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client, a growing and established retail organization, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This is a highly visible position that will partner closely with executive and operational leadership while overseeing the day-to-day accounting function.

Why join us?

Established and growing retail organization
High-visibility leadership position
Partner directly with executive leadership
Opportunity to improve processes, systems, and controls
Broad ownership of accounting and financial reporting
Collaborative, fast-paced environment

Job Details

Our client is looking for a hands-on Controller who can oversee the accounting function while providing strong financial insight to leadership. This individual will be responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting while supporting a multi-location, inventory-driven retail operation.

Responsibilities

Oversee all accounting operations, including GL, AP, AR, reconciliations, fixed assets, and financial reporting
Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
Oversee accounting across multiple retail locations or business units
Manage inventory accounting, cost of goods sold, purchasing, and vendor activity
Partner with operations to analyze margins, expenses, inventory, and overall financial performance
Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Lead annual audit preparation and coordinate with external auditors
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
Identify opportunities to streamline and automate accounting processes
Improve financial reporting and provide actionable insights to leadership
Manage, mentor, and develop accounting team members
Support ERP, POS, and financial system improvements
Ensure compliance with applicable reporting and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

7+ years of progressive accounting experience, ideally including Controller, Assistant Controller, or Accounting Manager experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience in retail, distribution, consumer products, or another inventory-driven environment preferred
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
Experience with inventory accounting and cost of goods sold
Strong month-end and year-end close experience
Experience leading and developing an accounting team
Advanced Excel and ERP/accounting system experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to partner effectively with operational and executive leadership
CPA or CMA preferred but not required

Our client is looking for someone who can balance hands-on accounting leadership with strategic financial partnership and who understands the unique accounting challenges of a high-volume retail environment.

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