Financial Controller / Multi-Location Retail Company
Location: Rogers, Arkansas (In-House / Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive compensation with benefits, based on experience and qualifications
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced Financial Controller to lead and oversee the accounting and financial operations of a multi-location retail company. This role involves managing financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, and operational analytics across 21 stores in three states. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, trustworthy, and capable of working directly with ownership to develop financial strategies that support company growth and operational efficiency. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial records, regulatory compliance, and providing strategic insights to drive business performance.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and manage monthly financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets.
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial accounts monthly.
- Review and verify accounting packets from all store locations for accuracy and completeness.
- Handle multi-state sales tax filings and ensure compliance with state-specific regulations.
- Oversee payroll tax filings and related reporting requirements.
- Coordinate the preparation and filing of annual corporate tax returns.
- Assist with tax planning strategies to optimize liabilities.
- Maintain internal accounting controls to safeguard assets and ensure accuracy.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Manage cash flow reporting and develop strategies for effective cash management.
- Develop operational analytics to monitor store performance and overall company health.
- Create KPI dashboards to track key performance indicators across locations.
- Analyze financial trends, margins, labor costs, and operational efficiencies.
- Provide ownership with strategic financial insights, recommendations, and performance analysis.
- Identify operational improvements to enhance profitability and efficiency.
- Work closely with leadership on financial reporting, strategy development, and decision-making.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred.
- Minimum of 3+ years of experience in accounting, finance management, or controlling roles.
- Proven experience managing accounting operations for multi-location businesses.
- Strong understanding of financial reporting standards, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
- Experience with operational analytics, KPI reporting, and financial trend analysis.
- Knowledge of multi-state sales tax compliance and payroll tax regulations.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks or similar accounting software; advanced Excel skills preferred.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication skills for collaborating with leadership and team members.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package with benefits
- Long-term opportunity with a stable and growing company
- Direct collaboration with ownership and leadership
- Opportunity to build and lead an in-house accounting department
- Professional autonomy and meaningful impact on company operations
If you are an experienced accounting professional looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing multi-location company, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
Work Location: In person
