Controller

• Lead, develop, and coach the accounting team, including two bookkeepers, to ensure efficient, accurate, and scalable accounting operations.
• Lead process improvements and internal controls to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Foster a high-performance culture, emphasizing value creation, reporting that supports decision-making, and accounting discipline.

• Financial Performance Analysis:
• Prepare and analyze profit and loss (P&L) reports, comparing budget vs. actual performance for YTD, MTD, and trailing 12 months.
• Develop and present key financial dashboards, simplifying data for leadership review and strategic planning.
• Prepare cash flow forecasting and budgeting, providing executive insights into financial trends and long-term projections.
• Identify risks, growth opportunities, and cost-saving measures for the Company.

• Board-Level Financial Oversight:
• Serve as the financial liaison to the board, presenting financial matters, forecasts, and business performance insights as directed by executive management.
• Ensure clear and timely communication of financial results, KPIs, and business trends to the board and executive leadership.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop strategic financial plans and risk mitigation strategies.

• Advise the CEO and senior management on financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, and funding matters.
• Develop and implement effective financial reporting and oversight processes, ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements, including vendors, loan covenants, leases, taxes, and other regulatory agencies.
• Oversee local, state, and federal tax compliance, ensuring accurate and timely completion of tax filings and government reports (with support from outside professional service firms).
• Develop relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, shareholders, and banking partners, ensuring value-added accounting services and compliance.

• Internal Controls & Risk Management:
• Design and implement effective internal controls over financial transactions, reducing risk exposure.
• Manage financial compliance audits, ensuring adherence to GAAP and company policies.
• Support risk management services, including property, casualty, and employee benefits, balancing cost and risk exposure.

• Supervise two bookkeepers, ensuring accuracy in A/P, inventory, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
• Own financial close processes, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end reconciliation.
• Conduct detailed reconciliation of all general ledger accounts, addressing any financial variances.
• Financial Statement Preparation & Treasury Management:
• Manage day-to-day treasury activities, ensuring timely forecasting of cash requirements and tracking of debt and interest-related obligations.
• Monitor and analyze weekly and monthly cash flow, flagging concerns and optimizing liquidity.
• Maintain accurate income statements and balance sheets, ensuring GAAP compliance.
• Audit, Tax & Compliance:
• Collaborate with external auditors and tax consultants to ensure compliance with all financial regulations.
• Ensure that financial records adhere to U.S. GAAP and all tax regulations.

• Provide training, goal setting, and performance management for bookkeepers and other accounting team members.
• Collaborate with marketing, operations, and purchasing teams to align financial strategy with business growth initiatives.
• Support the CEO in monitoring staff performance, assigning objectives, and ensuring cross-functional alignment.

• 3 - 7years of experience in accounting/financial leadership roles, preferably in retail, franchise, or multi-location businesses.
• Experience in GAAP compliance, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of cash flow management, forecasting, and debt compliance.
• Ability to analyze financial statements, drive profitability, and create actionable insights for leadership.
• Experience managing A/P, inventory, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing retail environment with multiple locations.

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