Financial Controller (Retail Industry Experience required)

1 month ago
Full-time
Senior
Finance and Accounting
Teamshares

Teamshares

Teamshares is a mission-driven financial technology, educational, and creative services company that aims to create employee-owned small businesses. They help small business owners transition their companies to employee ownership, ensuring a sustainabl...

Capital Markets
51-250
Founded 2018
$127M raised

Description

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to multiple retail business presidents and tailor financial insights to their needs.
  • Lead full-cycle accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, inventory accounting, revenue recognition, and payroll.
  • Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations, accruals, fixed assets, and deferred revenue adjustments.
  • Oversee inventory accounting and food/product costing to ensure accurate valuation and reduce waste or shrinkage.
  • Maintain a 13-week cash flow forecast and recommend working capital optimization actions.
  • Prepare trial balances, variance analyses, and financial reporting dashboards using OneStream or similar tools.
  • Collaborate with leadership on budgets, quarterly planning, and long-term strategic initiatives.
  • Identify and implement process improvements across accounting systems, POS integrations, and reporting workflows.
  • Develop internal controls and document financial procedures for restaurant and retail environments.
  • Streamline inventory management practices across perishable goods, multi-location stock, and seasonal adjustments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in a Controller or Senior Accounting role.
  • Proven experience in restaurant accounting, preferably in multi-location operations.
  • Background in small to medium-sized businesses; fractional or outsourced accounting experience is a plus.
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, POS systems, and Excel.
  • Working knowledge of US GAAP.
  • Experience with NetSuite ERP, OneStream, Gusto, Asana, and Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.
  • Comfort working in remote, fast-moving environments.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 100% employer-paid for employees (and dependents on most plans).
  • Paid time off including 15 vacation days, 19 company holidays, 5 sick days, and 1 floating holiday.
  • Ongoing development through access to Teamshares’ experts in small business accounting and finance.
  • Opportunity to support employee ownership in America’s small businesses.

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