Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Compliance

## Controller Apply locations:
Westlake Store Support Center - Overland Park, KStime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
REQ-33138
** About Ace Retail Group
** Ace Retail Group (ARG), is a division of Ace Hardware Corporation that owns and operates several Ace brands, including Westlake Ace, Great Lakes Ace, Buikema’s Ace, Outer Banks Ace, Dennis Company, and Breed & Company. ARG is one of the largest hardware retailers in the United States and has two headquarters located in Lenexa, KS and Farmington Hills, MI. ARG’s origins date back over a century and operates over 250 neighborhood stores located throughout the United States.

Great people make ARG stand out in our industry, and we are looking for individuals who strive for personal and professional growth, and who want to work with a company founded on (and still led by) our solid Core Values of:
Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork.
** About the Role
**** The Controller
** is responsible for leading the full accounting function for Ace Retail Group (ARG), ensuring enterprise-level financial integrity, governance, and reporting accuracy across a multi-entity, $800M+ retail organization. This role owns the accounting strategy, internal control environment, and financial reporting processes, and serves as a key finance partner to senior leadership to support business performance and decision-making.
** About Ace Retail Group
** Ace Retail Group (ARG) is a division of Ace Hardware Corporation that owns and operates several well-known Ace brands, including Westlake Ace, Great Lakes Ace, Buikema’s Ace, Outer Banks Ace, Dennis Company, and Breed & Company. As one of the largest hardware retailers in the United States, ARG operates more than 250 neighborhood stores nationwide and maintains its headquarters in Overland Park, Kansas.

With roots dating back over a century, ARG’s success is driven by its people. What truly sets us apart in the industry is our commitment to hiring and developing individuals who are passionate about personal and professional growth and who want to be part of a company built on strong, enduring Core Values:
Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility and Teamwork
** What You’ll Do
**** Financial Leadership & Reporting
*** Own the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial reporting across a multi-entity retail organization
* Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including consolidation and financial statement preparation in accordance with GAAP
* Ensure consistency and rigor in general ledger management and account reconciliation processes
** Governance, Controls & Audit
*** Establish and maintain a strong internal control environment and financial governance structure
* Own audit readiness and lead internal and external audit processes, including issue resolution and remediation
* Develop, implement, and enforce accounting policies, standards, and compliance requirements across the organization
** Organizational Leadership
*** Build, lead, and scale a high-performing accounting organization aligned to business needs
* Establish clear accountability, performance expectations, and operational discipline within the team
* Drive talent development, succession planning, and capability building across the function
** Strategic Business Partnership
*** Serve as a key finance partner to senior leadership, providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making and business performance
* Partner closely with FP&A, Finance, and operational leaders to evaluate financial results, risks, and opportunities
* Support executive-level initiatives related to growth, integration, and organizational alignment
** Process & Systems Optimization
*** Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, systems, and workflows to enhance efficiency, scalability, and accuracy
* Lead efforts to standardize processes across a multi-location, multi-entity structure
* Leverage automation and system capabilities to strengthen financial operations
** What You Bring
*** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA strongly preferred)
* Progressive accounting leadership…