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Assistant Controller
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to help lead accounting operations and strengthen financial reporting for a multi-entity business based in New York, New York. This role will work closely with the Controller and cross-functional leaders to keep close cycles on track, support accurate consolidations, and build a high-performing accounting function. The ideal candidate brings strong inventory accounting knowledge from a retail or fashion environment with wholesale exposure and is comfortable driving process improvements in a fast-paced setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Help direct monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities across multiple legal entities while partnering with the Controller to maintain deadlines and reporting accuracy.<br>• Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany activity to support complete and reliable financial results.<br>• Oversee consolidated reporting, including elimination entries, to produce clear financial statements across the organization.<br>• Lead day-to-day accounting activities spanning accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger operations, with a focus on quality and efficiency.<br>• Manage inventory accounting matters such as product costing, reserve analysis, and reconciliations across wholesale, retail, and eCommerce channels.<br>• Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to align inventory movement with accounting records and resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Partner with FP&amp;A, sales, operations, and senior leadership to explain results and highlight financial trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.<br>• Act as a primary accounting lead for NetSuite-related processes, maintaining data accuracy and supporting stronger workflow and reporting capabilities.<br>• Reinforce internal controls, assist with audit readiness, and support compliance activities including external audits and tax-related deliverables.
<p>• Accounting/Finance degree</p><p>• 8+ years Accounting experience</p><p>• Must come out of Retail/Fashion (inventory focused business) – with wholesale experience</p><p>• NetSuite a plus</p><p><br></p>
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  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to help lead accounting operations and strengthen financial reporting for a multi-entity business based in New York, New York. This role will work closely with the Controller and cross-functional leaders to keep close cycles on track, support accurate consolidations, and build a high-performing accounting function. The ideal candidate brings strong inventory accounting knowledge from a retail or fashion environment with wholesale exposure and is comfortable driving process improvements in a fast-paced setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Help direct monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities across multiple legal entities while partnering with the Controller to maintain deadlines and reporting accuracy.<br>• Review journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany activity to support complete and reliable financial results.<br>• Oversee consolidated reporting, including elimination entries, to produce clear financial statements across the organization.<br>• Lead day-to-day accounting activities spanning accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger operations, with a focus on quality and efficiency.<br>• Manage inventory accounting matters such as product costing, reserve analysis, and reconciliations across wholesale, retail, and eCommerce channels.<br>• Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to align inventory movement with accounting records and resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Partner with FP&amp;A, sales, operations, and senior leadership to explain results and highlight financial trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.<br>• Act as a primary accounting lead for NetSuite-related processes, maintaining data accuracy and supporting stronger workflow and reporting capabilities.<br>• Reinforce internal controls, assist with audit readiness, and support compliance activities including external audits and tax-related deliverables.
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z

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