Assistant Controller - CPA

A bit about us

A growing consumer-focused company is seeking an Assistant Controller to join their finance team and play a key role in strengthening accounting operations during an exciting period of growth. This is an opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys being hands-on, improving processes, and partnering with leadership to drive financial accuracy and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, experience managing month-end close, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.

Why join us?

• High-Impact Role: Play a critical role in strengthening the finance function and supporting the company's continued growth and evolution.
• Executive Visibility: Work closely with senior leadership and have a direct impact on financial reporting, decision-making, and business strategy.
• Opportunity to Build: Help improve processes, enhance controls, and create scalable accounting practices that support a growing organization.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team-oriented environment where your ideas, expertise, and contributions are valued.
• Career Growth: Gain exposure across accounting, financial operations, and strategic initiatives while continuing to develop as a finance leader.
• Meaningful Business Impact: Be part of a company with a strong brand presence and the opportunity to influence the next phase of growth.

What You'll Own

• Lead and support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Prepare and review financial statements, reconciliations, journal entries, and account analyses
• Assist with general ledger management and ensure accuracy of financial reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives
• Develop and improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting workflows
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, finance, and leadership teams
• Support audit preparation and compliance activities
• Help scale accounting infrastructure as the company continues to grow

What They're Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting
• Strong analytical skills with a process improvement mindset
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a growing finance team
• Consumer products, retail, ecommerce, or inventory-based accounting experience preferred

Ideal Backgrounds

• Assistant Controller
• Accounting Manager
• Big 4 / public accounting experience a plus
• Experience supporting multi-channel businesses (DTC, retail, wholesale) is highly valued

Pay

$125,000 - $150,000 per year

Schedule

Hybrid schedule, base + bonus