Financial Controller - Retail Industry

My Financial Partner is a subsidiary of Teamshares Inc. (a national, for-profit company helping American small businesses become employee owned. We bring the resources of big business to small business, starting with stock ownership). My Financial Partner (MFP) supports these multiple network companies with a team of experienced accounting professionals, delivering fractional accounting resources. Join our team and play a crucial role in driving financial success for our network companies!PositionAs Controller at MFP, you'll provide high-quality financial management for a subset of Teamshares network companies within the Retail Industry. You'll partner with company presidents and employee-owners to ensure robust financial oversight and identify profit improvement opportunities. This hands-on role requires active involvement in the financial operations of small to medium-sized businesses. Industry Experience and Client Partnership Tailored Client Service: Understand and adapt to each client’s unique accounting needs, using your retail industry knowledge to provide personalized insights and solutions. This includes offering specialized advice on tax planning, cost control, inventory optimization, and financial planning relevant to each sector.
Key Responsibilities Day-to-Day Adaptability and Multi-Tasking: This role requires managing a variety of tasks daily, from client consultations and financial analysis to cash flow monitoring and troubleshooting system issues. A strong ability to pivot between tasks is essential, ensuring responsiveness to client needs and internal deadlines.Complete Understanding of the Accounting Cycle: Mastery over the full accounting process—from data entry to financial analysis—ensures accuracy and compliance across every stage. Skills in reconciling accounts, journal entries, month-end closings, and reporting are essential for generating accurate financial statements.System and Process Optimization: Identifying inefficiencies in accounting processes and recommending improvements is crucial. This might involve automating data entry, standardizing reporting practices, and cleaning up chart-of-accounts to provide a more accurate financial picture and improve operational efficiency.Communication with Leadership: Act as a key advisor to Presidents and other executives, translating complex financial data into actionable insights. Regularly meet with leadership to discuss financial health, budget adherence, and long-term strategic planning.Cash Flow Management and Advising: Conduct ongoing cash flow analysis to ensure liquidity and provide strategic advice on managing cash reserves, optimizing receivables and payables, and making informed investment decisions.Lead accounting operations, including AP/AR, GL, inventory accounting, and revenue recognitionAdherence to a Controls Environment: Develop or make recommendations to internal control policies/practices and document business processes as needed Duties Oversee month-end and year-end close processPerform balance sheet reconciliations (cash, credit card, A/R, A/P, etc.)Record fixed assets and depreciationRecord and amortize prepaid expensesCalculate and record payroll/bonus accrualsCalculate and record revenue/expense accruals as neededReview income statement accounts for classification and cutoffSubmit TB, variance analysis, and monthly close checklist to OneStreamDevelop and maintain 13-week cash flow forecast to identify potential cash flow issues and propose solutionsBook deferred revenue entries and reversals in the accounting systemReview and book income tax entries from TeamsharesReview trial balance regularly and make necessary adjustmentsProvide support for quarterly sales tax returnsMake year-end adjustments and prepare worksheetsAssist with inventory adjustments associated with annual physical countOversee lead bookkeeping/other related finance functionsPrepare 1099sWork closely with the company President to prepare a financial forecast for the annual and quarterly strategic planning processDeliver key financial metrics, identify trends, and provide insights on business performance Requirements Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or related field (CPA preferred)5+ years of professional accounting experience, Retail Industry experience requiredExperience in small to medium sized business accountingExperience working for a mid-market accounting firm helpfulExperience working in a start-up environment strongly preferredExperience with inventory requiredExperience in operational finance and inventory issues with exposure to both financial and tax (reporting) accountingProficiency in QuickBooks Online and POS systemsWorking knowledge of US GAAPAdvanced project-management and problem-solving skillsAdaptable, proactive attitude with willingness to “roll up your sleeves”Tech savvy individual that can problem solve in a remote environment requiredThis position is remote, some travel required Other Systems and Tools QuickBooks OnlineNetSuite ERPAsana (task and project management)Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)OneStream (consolidations and reporting)
Bill.com (accounts payable and payments)Gusto (payroll) Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA100% paid for employee (and dependents on most plans)15 days of vacation time to keep you balanced, rested and recharged and paid time off for 19 holidays, 5 sick days, and one floating holiday of your choiceOngoing support and advice from Teamshares accounting, finance, and small business experts

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