Controller

ZAGG Inc.; Midvale (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Program

401K Match up to 3.5% with Immediate V

Generous PTO Program

Medical—100% Paid Coverage for Em ploy

Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent Care Contribution Matching

Professional Training and Development

Job summary

ZAGG Inc. in Midvale, UT is seeking a Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations and the accounting team.

This on-site role reports to the CFO and is responsible for the close process, consolidated reporting, internal controls, audits, and policy implementations across a global multi-entity business. The ideal candidate has extensive US GAAP experience, CPA preferred, and a track record of building strong teams while improving processes and financial robustness.

Qualifications

• CPA or active license preferred; strong US GAAP knowledge.
• 8+ years of accounting experience with progressive responsibilities.
• Experience leading accounting teams and managing close processes.
• Strong Excel and analytical capabilities; familiarity with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead GL, AP, AR, and financial reporting; set ownership and performance standards.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close; oversee reconciliations and issues.
• Oversee global consolidation, intercompany, and currency accounting with international teams.
• Ensure US GAAP-compliant financial statements and disclosures; communicate risks to leadership.
• Drive policy development, documentation, and remediation of control gaps.

Skills

8+ years accounting experience

Leadership of accounting teams

US GAAP expertise

Excel/analytical skills

Multi-entity consolidation

Audit experience (Big Four)

Education

Active CPA license preferred

Tools

Great Plains

NetSuite

Oracle

SAP

Excel

Job description

We are the creators of mobile solutions that let people live life to the fullest. An international house of brands under one roof; one that is constantly growing to fulfill the dream of living the best connected life possible through mobile technology

Our brands are household names in the mobile world: ZAGG, InvisibleShield, Gear4, and mophie. From screen protection to portable power, we have the mobile world covered!

Why Work at ZAGG?

We are innovators. The first iPhone screen protection? That was us. The first mobile battery case? That was us, too. We aren't just industry followers, we are industry leaders—constantly pioneering new frontiers in the mobile world. When you're at ZAGG, you're with a company that invents product categories, not just works in them.

Annual Bonus Program

401K Match up to 3.5% with Immediate Vesting

Generous PTO Program

Medical—100% Paid Coverage for Employees

Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent Care Contribution Matching

Professional Training and Development

Our cultural beliefs influence everything we do. They are the north stars that lead us to create industry-leading products and a culture of excitement, innovation and mutual respect.

Culture

We’re a tight-knit team built on the passion of building mobile solutions. At ZAGG, we create an environment where our employees feel like nothing can hold them back. We strive to create a collaborative work environment where everyone has a voice.

Celebrating and uniting as employees is important to us, and we strive to include everyone in the inner workings of our company. We enjoy outings together, as well as lively company meetings and holiday parties.

Join the ZAGG Family

We’re always looking for talented, passionate people to join the ZAGG team.

Position:Controller

Location: Midvale, UT

Remote Status: On-Site

Job Id:558

# of Openings:0

About Us

ZAGG, Inc. is a global leader in accessories and technologies that empower mobile lifestyles. Our portfolio of brands includes ZAGG and mophie, each dedicated to enhancing the mobile experience and providing peace of mind. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and delivering exceptional value to our customers.

Role Overview

The Controller owns day-to-day accounting operations and leads the accounting team to deliver accurate, timely financial information. Reporting to the CFO, this leader is accountable for the close process, consolidated financial reporting, internal controls, audit execution, and accounting policies within the assigned scope. The role requires a hands-on leader who can resolve complex accounting issues, develop the team, and improve processes across a global, multi-entity business.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations across general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting; establish clear ownership, priorities, and performance standards.
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including the close calendar, journal entry approvals, balance sheet reconciliations, and timely resolution of accounting issues.
• Oversee global consolidation, intercompany reconciliations and eliminations, and foreign currency accounting in coordination with international accounting teams.
• Deliver accurate financial statements and supporting schedules in accordance with US GAAP; explain significant movements, accounting judgments, and emerging risks to senior leadership.
• Own technical accounting research and documentation, recommend accounting conclusions, and implement new or revised accounting policies in partnership with the CFO.
• Oversee accounting for revenue, inventory and cost of goods sold, reserves, fixed assets, leases, and other significant balance sheet and income statement areas.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, approval authorities, and segregation of duties; identify control gaps and lead remediation.
• Oversee payment runs and credit memo approvals in accordance with company policies; support effective receivables management and working capital discipline.
• Lead annual audit preparation and execution, manage auditor requests and deliverables, and resolve audit findings in coordination with the CFO.
• Oversee global tax compliance calendars and supporting accounting schedules in coordination with external tax providers and international teams.

Leadership and Business Partnership

• Lead, coach, and develop accounting managers and staff; manage workload, hiring needs, succession planning, and annual performance reviews.
• Partner with FP&A to align actual results, reporting definitions, and information flow; provide reliable accounting data and explanations that support forecasting and business decisions.
• Work with business leaders to address operational needs, evaluate the accounting impact of new initiatives, and communicate financial risks and requirements clearly.
• Own preparation and ongoing accuracy of the 13-week cash flow forecast for the CFO, incorporating input from relevant business partners.

Process Improvement and Systems

• Lead improvements to close speed, reporting quality, and accounting efficiency; establish measurable goals and track results.
• Maintain clear accounting policies, procedures, and audit-ready documentation; standardize workflows across entities where appropriate.
• Lead accounting requirements for ERP enhancements, automation, and system changes. ZAGG currently uses Great Plains.
• Manage accounting projects, set timelines and resources, and deliver ad hoc analysis and research for senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Active CPA license preferred.
• At least 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including meaningful responsibility for close, financial reporting, audits, and internal controls; at least 3 years leading accounting teams.
• Public accounting audit experience, preferably Big Four, combined with corporate accounting leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, technical accounting, and multi-entity consolidation; experience with international operations and teams strongly preferred.
• Proven success managing and developing an accounting team, ideally five or more people, and holding teams accountable for deadlines and quality.
• Experience with enterprise ERP systems such as Great Plains, NetSuite, Oracle, or SAP, along with strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Experience with inventory, consumer products, and wholesale or e-commerce accounting preferred.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills; ability to translate complex accounting matters into clear business communication.