Controller

Who you are

• A proactive, hands-on Controller who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, small business environment
• A strong communicator who can translate complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences
• A self-starter who is comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and rolling up your sleeves when needed
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in a Controller or Senior Accounting role
• Proven experience in retail accounting, preferably with multi-location operations
• Background in small to medium-sized businesses; fractional or outsourced accounting experience a plus
• Tech-savvy and resourceful; comfortable in remote, fast-moving environments
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, POS systems, and Excel
• Working knowledge of US GAAP

What the job involves

• We’re looking for a Financial Controller to join our growing team, focused on supporting a portfolio of retail companies. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you’ll partner closely with company presidents and employee-owners to drive financial clarity, optimize operations, and support long-term strategic success
• You’ll be responsible for the full accounting cycle, financial reporting, inventory oversight, and advising leadership teams—while identifying opportunities for improved systems, processes, and profitability
• Serve as a trusted advisor to multiple retail business presidents, tailoring financial insights to their operational needs
• Leverage your hands-on experience in retail operations to guide cost control, product margin analysis, vendor management, and inventory forecasting
• Translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations that support both short- and long-term strategic decisions
• Lead full-cycle accounting operations including A/P, A/R, GL, inventory accounting, revenue recognition, and payroll
• Manage month-end and year-end closes, including reconciliations, accruals, fixed assets, and deferred revenue adjustments
• Oversee inventory accounting and ensuring accurate valuation and minimizing shrinkage
• Maintain a 13-week cash flow forecast and recommend solutions to optimize working capital
• Prepare trial balances, variance analyses, and financial reporting dashboards using OneStream or similar platforms
• Collaborate with company leadership on budgets, quarterly planning, and long-term strategic initiatives
• Deliver KPIs that reflect operational performance and margin trends
• Identify and implement process improvements across accounting systems, POS integrations, and reporting workflows
• Assist in developing internal controls and documenting financial procedures specific to retail environments
• Streamline inventory management practices, multi-location stock, and seasonal adjustments
• Tools You'll Use:
• QuickBooks Online & POS systems
• NetSuite ERP
• OneStream (for reporting and consolidations)
• Gusto (Payroll)
• Asana (Project/task management)
• Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel & Teams)

Benefits

• Remote-first
• Location-independent salary
• Comprehensive health coverage, 100% paid for by Teamshares
• Parental leave - 3 months for partners, +3 additional months for a delivering parent
• Retreats & offsites - We come together twice a year at great locations
• Building Wednesday - No internal meetings on Wednesdays so you can focus on deep work
• Remote office stipend