We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee financial operations and drive strategic decision-making within our organization. Based in Independence, Ohio, this role focuses on ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and the continuous improvement of processes. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in managing budgets, analyzing financial performance, and collaborating across departments to achieve business objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and manage the organization&#39;s balance sheet, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting.<br>• Lead efforts to optimize profit and loss performance through budgeting, margin control, and detailed financial analysis.<br>• Prepare and deliver weekly, monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.<br>• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze trends, and develop actionable recommendations.<br>• Manage month-end close processes, regulatory reporting requirements, and tax filings.<br>• Collaborate with sales, fulfillment, and procurement teams to provide financial insights that support operational goals.<br>• Monitor and project cash flow needs, working closely with management and lenders.<br>• Coordinate and manage the annual audit process, serving as the primary liaison with external auditors.<br>• Develop and implement effective internal controls, continuously improving processes and systems to enhance efficiency.<br>• Drive initiatives to improve financial reporting and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

• Proven experience with QuickBooks and proficiency in accounting software.<br>• Strong background in retail or wholesale financial operations.<br>• Expertise in month-end close activities and financial reporting.<br>• Demonstrated ability to create and manage budgets and forecasts.<br>• Solid understanding of financial analysis and performance tracking.<br>• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across departments.<br>• Experience managing audits and working with external auditors.<br>• Knowledge of designing and maintaining internal controls and process improvements.

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