Controller

Confidential Company; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This strategic finance leader will partner with executive leadership to enhance operational efficiencies and support crucial decision-making across the organization.

The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of accounting and finance leadership experience, with a strong understanding of inventory accounting and consumer products. This role is pivotal in driving financial performance and ensuring compliance within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience.
• Experience within apparel, consumer products, or inventory‑intensive industries.
• Strong understanding of inventory accounting and operational finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, and financial reporting.
• Oversee monthly and annual close processes for accurate reporting.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and banking relationships.

Skills

Inventory accounting

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Leadership

Analytical capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA and/or MBA

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Job description

We are a multi-channel consumer products company operating across branded, licensed, and private label businesses. The organization develops and distributes fashion-driven products through major retail partners, ecommerce channels, and international markets. With a complex operational footprint spanning sourcing, inventory management, wholesale distribution, and global partnerships, the company is seeking a strategic finance leader to support continued growth and operational excellence.

Position Summary

The Controller will serve as a key financial leader responsible for overseeing the organization’s accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and finance team management. This individual will partner closely with executive leadership to provide financial insight, improve operational efficiencies, and support strategic decision-making across the business.

The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands‑on, with deep experience in inventory-driven businesses, consumer products, wholesale operations, and complex accounting environments.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, financial reporting, and account reconciliations
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Prepare financial analyses, operating reports, and executive‑level reporting packages
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures

Operational & Inventory Finance

• Partner cross‑functionally with operations, supply chain, sales, and inventory teams to analyze inventory performance, costing, and gross margin trends
• Oversee inventory accounting and cost analysis across multiple product categories and business channels
• Develop financial models, KPIs, and business performance metrics to support operational decision‑making
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and long‑range financial planning initiatives

Cash Management & Banking

• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital planning
• Oversee banking relationships, financing arrangements, and compliance requirements
• Monitor liquidity needs and support broader financial strategy initiatives

Team Management & Process Improvement

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering accountability and professional growth
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across systems, reporting, and financial processes
• Evaluate financial systems and reporting structures to improve efficiency and visibility

Audit, Tax & Compliance

• Coordinate annual audits and maintain relationships with external auditors and financial partners
• Support tax compliance and reporting requirements across corporate, sales, and operational tax areas
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience
• Experience within apparel, consumer products, manufacturing, wholesale, or inventory‑intensive industries strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of inventory accounting, cost accounting, and operational finance
• Experience managing ERP/accounting systems and financial reporting processes
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical capabilities
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment

Ideal Background

• Combination of public accounting and private industry experience preferred
• Experience supporting multi‑channel businesses including wholesale, retail, ecommerce, or licensing operations
• Comfortable partnering directly with executive leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders