Sr. Director, Assistant Controller

Job Summary

The Sr Director, Assistant Controller is responsible for all aspects of corporate general ledger accounting and financial reporting. Reporting to the VP, Corporate Controller, this role will own the month‑end close process, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant consolidated financial reporting, and will lead the company’s technical accounting, policy governance and external audit coordination. This leader must demonstrate strong technical expertise, disciplined operational excellence, and the ability to navigate complexity in a fast‑paced retail environment.

The role requires a hands‑on, roll‑up‑your‑sleeves approach paired with strategic judgment and the capability to influence cross‑functionally. This position plays a critical role in strengthening the Company’s financial rigor, ensuring adherence to U.S. GAAP and SOX requirements, and developing a high‑performing accounting organization.

• Own the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting cycle, including close, reconciliations, journal entries, consolidation activities, and SOX controls.
• Lead major accounting areas including revenue and deferred revenue, store cash, fixed assets, leases, prepaids, insurance, fringe benefits, SG&A, goodwill and intangibles, stock‑based compensation, and impairment testing.
• Ensure GL master data and chart of accounts governance aligns with business needs and internal controls.
• Oversee preparation and review of external reporting deliverables in 10‑Q/10‑K format and lead the Disclosure Committee process.

• Lead technical accounting research and documentation for new, proposed, or complex accounting standards (SEC, FASB) and implement required changes across the organization.
• Maintain and strengthen internal control frameworks, ensuring effective design and operational execution of SOX controls.
• Coordinate and manage all general ledger and reporting aspects of the external audit and other compliance audits.

• Provide leadership, coaching, and professional development to direct and indirect reports; build a strong pipeline of accounting talent.
• Partner closely with Finance, FP&A, Legal, Treasury, Tax, Internal Audit, and business leaders to ensure alignment on accounting implications, financial results, and key business drivers.
• Support performance management, forecasting, and business decision‑making by providing timely analysis, variance explanations, and insights into operational results.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, bringing forward risks, opportunities, and recommendations.

• Assess and enhance accounting processes, systems, and workflows to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Identify and implement process automation opportunities, enabling the team to shift from transactional activities to higher‑value analysis.
• Lead or support cross‑functional initiatives and special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required; master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• CPA required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in a public company and/or public accounting firm; retail experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and technical accounting with the ability to research and form well‑reasoned conclusions.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee high‑volume, multi‑unit close cycles with strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability to interpret complex accounting issues and make sound, timely decisions.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and plan effectively across competing demands.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage across all levels of the organization.
• Leadership experience in organizing, planning, and executing projects from conceptualization to implementation across multiple internal and external reporting lines.
• Track record of developing teams, elevating capabilities, and building strong bench strength.
• Ability to adapt quickly, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement in a fast‑paced retail environment.