Controller

A rapidly growing, multi-location consumer products and retail organization is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to lead and scale its accounting operations during a major phase of expansion. This individual will partner closely with executive leadership and play a key role in strengthening financial infrastructure, improving operational processes, and preparing the organization for long-term strategic growth initiatives.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys building structure within a fast-paced environment and has the ability to balance strategic leadership with hands‑on execution. The company is looking for a strong leader who can elevate accounting operations, mentor teams, and create scalable processes across multiple business units.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities across multiple locations
• Review and oversee financial statements, account reconciliations, reporting packages, and executive reporting deliverables
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Manage and develop accounting team members while driving accountability, efficiency, and operational excellence
• Oversee inventory accounting, revenue recognition, reserves, operational reporting, and multi‑location financial performance analysis
• Partner with leadership on budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic financial planning
• Coordinate audit activities, tax compliance, lender reporting, and external advisor relationships
• Assist with initiatives related to process improvement, scalability, SOX readiness, and future public‑company‑level reporting standards
• Lead accounting system enhancements, ERP optimization, and financial reporting improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required
• MBA strongly preferred
• CPA or CMA required
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership of accounting teams
• Experience within a multi‑location, retail, distribution, consumer products, or service‑based organization preferred
• Prior experience supporting high‑growth organizations strongly preferred
• Exposure to SOX compliance, IPO readiness, public company reporting, or PCAOB audit environments is a plus
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and process improvement skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced and evolving environment
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems, financial reporting, and Microsoft Office applications

This is a highly visible leadership opportunity offering strong long‑term growth potential and the ability to make a meaningful impact within a rapidly evolving organization.