<p>Robert Half Finance & Accounting and Kevin Sweet are partnering with a rapidly growing organization on a newly created Assistant Controller opportunity. This is an exciting chance to join a well-funded company with ambitious plans to triple in size over the next several years and the financial backing of investors with significant resources to support that growth.</p><p><br></p><p>This is much more than a traditional accounting role. The Assistant Controller will play a critical role in strengthening the accounting infrastructure, improving processes and controls, and helping build a scalable finance organization capable of supporting the company’s continued expansion.</p><p><br></p><p>For the right accounting professional, this position offers exceptional visibility, exposure to senior leadership, the opportunity to lead a team, and a clear path for continued career advancement.</p><p><br></p><p>For additional information and confidential consideration, please contact Kevin Sweet directly at 682-499-1182 or via email at [email protected]</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee accounting and financial reporting activities across multiple operating entities.</li><li>Lead and coordinate the monthly and year-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate results.</li><li>Review financial statements, account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules for completeness and accuracy.</li><li>Ensure financial reporting and accounting practices are consistent with GAAP and internal policies.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of approximately 5–6 accounting professionals.</li><li>Analyze financial results and identify trends, variances, or inconsistencies requiring additional investigation.</li><li>Develop and monitor financial and operational reporting to provide leadership with meaningful business insights.</li><li>Evaluate accounting processes and implement improvements that increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.</li><li>Strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures as the organization continues to grow.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and provide requested schedules, documentation, and explanations.</li><li>Work closely with the tax function on sales tax and other regulatory compliance matters.</li><li>Assist with cash management, treasury functions, banking activities, and daily cash operations.</li><li>Participate in acquisitions, system enhancements, process improvements, and other strategic accounting projects.</li><li>Partner with leaders throughout the organization to support business growth and evolving financial needs.</li></ul><p><strong>Why Consider This Opportunity?</strong></p><ul><li>Newly created position with significant opportunity to make an impact.</li><li>Join a company positioned to triple in size over the next several years.</li><li>Strong financial backing from well-capitalized investors.</li><li>Opportunity to help build and scale the accounting infrastructure for a growing organization.</li><li>High visibility with leadership and meaningful exposure to the broader business.</li><li>Leadership responsibility over an established accounting team.</li><li>Significant opportunity for career advancement as the organization continues to expand.</li><li>An excellent opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional ready to take the next step toward a Controller-level leadership role.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join a retail organization in Coppell, Texas on a <strong>4 month Contract basis.</strong> This position will provide critical accounting leadership and hands-on support during a busy period, with a strong emphasis on close activities, financial accuracy, and timely reporting. The ideal candidate brings deep accounting expertise, works effectively with minimal supervision, and thrives in a fast-moving environment where precision and follow-through are essential.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Drive monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to help ensure complete and timely financial results.</p><p>• Prepare, review, and post journal entries while maintaining accurate general ledger records and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Complete detailed account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies by researching underlying transactions and balances.</p><p>• Assist in producing financial statements and internal management reporting packages for leadership review.</p><p>• Evaluate account fluctuations and investigate variances to strengthen the accuracy of financial reporting.</p><p>• Partner with the Director of Accounting and business teams on priority accounting projects and operational initiatives.</p><p>• Support internal and external audit requests by organizing schedules, documentation, and responses to inquiries.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows, controls, and reporting efficiency in a dynamic environment.</p>