Assistant Controller

Boyd Sleep; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Sleep is seeking an Assistant Controller & Financial Analyst to support high-level accounting, budgeting, and FP&A. You will analyze margins by customer/product, assist in financial reporting, and contribute to pricing strategies and cost control.

The role reports to the President and Controller, with responsibilities across budgeting, cash flow, and management reporting. CPA/CMA is a plus; strong Excel and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with emphasis on accounting/financial analysis.
• CPA or CMA license is a plus but not mandatory.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting/FP&A/financial reporting.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software; GAAP knowledge essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all accounting areas including general ledger, cost accounting, budgeting, tax compliance, inventory and revenue recognition.
• Prepare and organize financial statements for review and management presentations for President and Bank.
• Maintain metrics and provide insights on sales velocity, margin analysis, and productivity.
• Coordinate month-end close, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Oversee audit and tax preparation services and ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

Financial modeling

Budgeting

Forecasting

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and Business Administration

CPA license (preferred)

CMA license (preferred)

Tools

Sage 500

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Boyd Sleep is a dependable and established business, with a friendly intimate environment, family-owned and operated, that has big business growth. Look no further – We are Boyd Sleep and for 44 years we have created quality sleep products to improve our customers’ lives. Looking for a dedicated and talented member to assist in our accounting division as well as in Financial Analyst duties.

We are not a big corporate environment or a mom-and-pop. We are that just right size where we can offer a great environment, competitive salary, and benefits but you have a real part in our strategic growth plan and a flexible and friendly culture. We have fun reaching our goals as a team. We value reliability, responsiveness, quality, and communication and are customer focused.

The Assistant Controller & Financial Analyst will handle high-level and managerial accounting and oversee the company's financial activities. This key member of our accounting department will contribute to all aspects of financial accounting and management, including budgeting, Gross Margin analysis by customer and product, pricing strategies, advertising ROI, productivity analysis, expense-saving strategies, and more.

This role will report to Denny Boyd, President, and the current Controller, and assist with managing our outside audit firm, and banking relationships.

This position will analyze the efficiencies of our various business functions of importing, exporting, manufacturing, distribution, and retailing. We value your input.

We sell amazing mattresses and bedroom furniture through large retailers such as Walmart, Costco, Mattress Firm, Wayfair, and Penny’s, as well as direct to consumers via our websites and our local retail chain, The Bedroom Store. Our licensed brands are Simmons Beautyrest and Nautica, . See more about our company at www.BoydSleep.com and our retail division at www.TheBedroomStore.com. We are currently launching a new smart bed technology on www.iZonebed.com

Position Summary:

The Assistant Controller is responsible for assisting in all aspects of accounting and financial functions while providing financial insights and analysis to support business strategy and operational decision making. This position will play a significant role in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, cost accounting, financial analysis, compliance, and process improvement.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Assist in all aspects of accounting, financial statements, general ledger, cost accounting, financial accounting, budgeting, tax compliance, inventory accounting, revenue recognition, and various special analyses.
• Assist in the preparation and organization of financial statements for review.
• Prepare and analyze financial management presentations for the President, Management Team, and Bank.
• Maintain key metrics to help provide insights into business performance including sales velocity by salesperson and region, pipeline velocity, sales productivity, labor efficiency, margin analysis, etc.
• Assist in end‑of‑month closing procedures, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Ensure a documented system of accounting policies and procedures is followed by the organization.
• Assist in the accounting department cross‑training.
• Cash Flow: Coordinate collections with our A/R staff. Provide cash flow projections.
• Monitor and reconcile cash and funding balances.
• Advise management through financial analyses, and decision‑making regarding capital investments, pricing, significant costs, benchmarks, budgeting, financial forecasting, margin analysis, and other matters.
• Coordinate audit and tax preparation services.
• Financial reporting of weekly and monthly sales accounts and cost center reporting.
• Oversee payments made for debts, bank loans, and overseas vendors.
• Define benchmarks and implement operational best practices.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws regarding finances, tax filings, and reporting.
• Management of several accounting department team members.
• Job may require other projects and special duties as assigned.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, and Business Administration with an emphasis on accounting and financial analysis. or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) license is a plus, but not mandatory.
• 5 or more years of progressive experience in accounting, finance, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), financial reporting, and/or accounting management.
• Excellent computer skills; experience in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Sage 500 a plus, but not mandatory, experience in software systems implementation a plus
• Advanced Microsoft Excel or Google Slides skills
• Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting, cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations
• Analytical ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations.
• Able to work well with senior executives and team, as well as mentor/lead other team members.
• Ability to improve our processes and quality of information.
• Excellent oral and written communication, including exposure to leadership presentations.
• Strong analytical experience, with expertise in financial modeling. Budgeting and forecasting skills.
• Experience building financial reporting decks for various audiences (Management Team, Sales Staff)
• Excellent analytic and problem‑solving skills, proactive approach.

Compensation

Annual Salary: $80,000 - $110,000 commensurate with experience, qualifications, technical expertise, leadership experience, and demonstrated ability to independently manage accounting and financial responsibilities.