Controller (CPA, Retail)

Direct Hire Opportunity
No Sponsorship
Location: Remote in Dallas, with some out of state travel

Our client in Dallas, Texas, is seeking a Controller with experience in retail, wholesale, or a related industry. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, self-motivated individual with hands-on management experience. This role requires a dynamic leader who understands the benchmarks of excellence and has a proven track record of achieving results quickly in a rapidly changing environment. The Controller will be a crucial asset to the finance team, offering robust leadership and management skills.

Requirements

• 10+ years of accounting experience, including 5+ years in a supervisory role with at least five reports
• Retail, wholesale consumer products, or other directly relevant industry experience
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in accounting required; CPA designation preferred
• Experience driving automation and process improvements, resulting in lower costs, faster closing processes, and more reliable information.
• Strong understanding of banking processes and financial data analysis
• Experience in a fast-paced environment (e.g., private equity ownership, public Company, merger integration, etc.)
• Experience with Oracle or a similar ERP.
• Working understanding of US tax and payroll requirements and compliance reporting
• Working knowledge of lease accounting developments and related software is a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills ( e.g., macros, pivot, lookups, index)
• Solid integrity and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Ensure a timely close to monthly and annual books.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for GAAP and tax reporting to provide to investors' accounting and tax teams.
• Develop, implement, and maintain consistent accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversee and enforce financial and internal controls over processes and workflows.
• Oversee all accounting, expenses, cash, bookkeeping, and payroll activities daily.
• Work closely with the Company's auditors to coordinate a successful annual financial audit.
• Facilitate income, payroll, sales, and franchise tax submissions.
• Design and drive continuous improvements in automation and process efficiency.
• Assist with implementing new accounting systems and integrations, as needed and in partnership with the technology organization.
• Oversee and support accounting and finance functions with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity.