Assistant Controller

Reformation; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical, dental, and vision insurance

Commuter benefits

Paid time off

Retirement planning support

Fertility care support

Clothing discount

Volunteer Time Off

Job summary

Reformation is seeking an Assistant Controller in Vernon, CA, to lead global inventory valuation and standard costing. This role is a high-impact position that emphasizes ownership over financial processes, allowing for executive visibility and involvement in operational strategy. Candidates should have 8–10 years of experience in cost and inventory accounting, advanced ERP proficiency (preferably in NetSuite), and strong leadership skills. Competitive benefits include health insurance, bonuses, and other perks, fostering a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years in cost and inventory accounting, with 3–5+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Deep expertise in standard costing, variance analysis, and the full inventory lifecycle.
• Public company experience or exposure to audit-ready, SOX-compliant environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the global standard costing methodology.
• Manage the month-end close for inventory and cost accounting.
• Lead ERP optimization initiatives and build reporting dashboards.

Skills

Cost and inventory accounting

Standard costing

Financial analysis

ERP optimization

People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or MBA

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

We’re a mission‑based company that invests in an inclusive culture, ensuring everyone has the space to grow, thrive, and belong.

The role: Assistant Controller – a technically strong and operationally minded leader who will own global inventory valuation, standard costing, and gross margin accuracy while contributing to broader controllership responsibilities.

What You’ll Do:

• Own the global standard costing methodology: cost rolls, BOM governance, and cost integrity across all product categories
• Lead inventory valuation across raw materials, WIP, finished goods, retail, and in‑transit inventory, including accurate capitalization of landed costs in a multi‑country environment
• Perform advanced financial analysis to drive visibility into PPV, production variances, freight variances, working capital management, and cost absorption with clear gross margin analysis for leadership
• Manage the allowance for inventory reserve process and establish strong controls around obsolescence and inventory aging
• Manage the month‑end close for inventory and cost accounting, including complex journal entries, SL‑to‑GL reconciliations, COGS reporting, and flux explanations
• Support broader controllership close activities and ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting
• Serve as the primary liaison for cost and inventory accounting during external audits
• Identify and eliminate manual processes within costing and inventory workflows, leveraging ERP functionality and automation tools
• Lead ERP optimization initiatives (NetSuite preferred) and build reporting dashboards and KPIs that improve decision‑making speed
• Implement stronger controls and standardized processes across global supply chain accounting
• Partner closely with Supply Chain, Production, Planning, FP&A, and Distribution Center Operations to ensure financial accuracy and operational insight
• Lead, mentor, and develop the cost and inventory accounting team; build a high‑performing function that scales with the business
• Support new market launches and evolving distribution models with scalable cost structures

What You’ll Bring:

• 8–10+ years in cost and inventory accounting within retail, apparel, e‑commerce, or CPG; 3–5+ years in a senior leadership role
• Deep expertise in standard costing, variance analysis, landed cost accounting, and the full inventory lifecycle from receipt through COGS recognition
• Proven track record in high‑growth, multi‑entity environments with international manufacturing and cross‑border inventory flows
• Advanced ERP experience required; NetSuite strongly preferred; ability to leverage system functionality to reduce manual work
• Expert‑level Excel proficiency with experience building complex financial models and automated tools for large datasets
• Strong people manager with a track record of developing accounting teams and driving cross‑functional alignment
• Public company experience or exposure to audit‑ready, SOX‑compliant environments is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or MBA highly preferred

Why This Role Is Exciting: This is a high‑impact leadership role with genuine ownership, not a maintenance position. You will have executive visibility, a seat at the table on gross margin and operational strategy, and the opportunity to build scalable financial infrastructure for a rapidly growing global brand.

Compensation:

Base salary range: $180,000 – $210,000 + 15% bonus eligibility, depending on relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal compensation equity.

Eligible employees receive employer‑sponsored private medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as commuter benefits. We offer competitive paid time off, retirement planning support, fertility care support through Carrot with up to a $5,000 USD reimbursement, and donations to community efforts on a yearly basis. Additional benefits include a clothing discount and culture events such as Volunteer Time Off.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Reformation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the world we want to live in. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status—in accordance with applicable international, federal, state, and local laws.