Payroll Specialist – Contract-to-Hire
October 16, 2026Controller
We are helping our retail in client in Dallas with a Controller search that will serve as the head of accounting and financial reporting playing a critical role in the company’s continued growth. This individual will own the integrity of the general ledger, lead month-end and year-end close processes, manage the accounting team, and provide timely and accurate financial statements to ownership.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close
- Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process across all store locations and e-commerce
- Prepare and present accurate, timely financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) with store-level detail
- Ensure GAAP compliance across all financial reporting; manage external audit and tax preparation relationships
- Develop and maintain P&L reporting in the company’s preferred format (TY/LY by store, % of revenue, GP/NOI highlights)
General Ledger & Accounting Operations
- Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory accounting, and intercompany transactions
- Oversee payroll processing and ensure accurate recording of compensation, benefits, and related accruals
- Manage sales tax compliance across all Texas locations and upcoming new markets
- Establish and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accuracy of financial records
Cash Management & Treasury
- Monitor daily cash position across all bank accounts; manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning
- Coordinate with banking partners on credit facilities, covenant compliance reporting, and debt service requirements
- Oversee vendor payment cycles and optimize working capital management
Budgeting & Analysis
- Partner with ownership to build annual budgets and rolling forecasts at the store and department level
- Provide variance analysis and actionable insights on revenue, margins, inventory, and operating expenses
- Support financial modeling for strategic initiatives including new store openings, partnership structures, and capital investments
- Analyze cash margin performance and profitability by channel (retail vs. e-commerce) and by vendor/brand
Team Leadership & Systems
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team; build processes that scale with the company’s growth
- Serve as the primary finance system administrator; optimize use of existing ERP/POS/inventory systems
- Collaborate with the retail analytics and buying teams to ensure alignment between financial and operational data
- Drive continuous improvement in reporting, automation, and overall accounting efficiency
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role
- Strong technical accounting skills and thorough understanding of GAAP
- Retail industry experience, ideally in a multi-location, inventory-intensive environment
- Excellent proficiency with Excel and financial reporting tools and Quickbooks Online
Preferred
- Experience in specialty retail, luxury/premium brands, or apparel
- Familiarity with retail POS systems, inventory management platforms, and data analytics tools
- Experience with multi-state sales tax compliance and new market expansion
- Background supporting M&A, partnership transactions, or complex capital structures
- Exposure to e-commerce accounting including digital marketing spend analysis and channel profitability
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