Controller

LHH; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 180,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Annual discretionary bonus

PTO

Paid sick leave

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Controller to manage accounting operations in Chester County, PA. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical accounting knowledge and leadership experience, particularly in retail or E-Commerce. This position offers a salary range of $180,000 - $190,000 and includes comprehensive benefits. Interested applicants should contact the provided email for more details.

Qualifications

• CPA is required.
• Minimum of 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP.
• Experience in retail or E-Commerce.
• Proven ability to manage high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounting function with emphasis on Inventory Accounting.
• Oversee the month-end close process and ensure financial reporting.
• Supervise and mentor a large accounting team.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Partner with the CFO for strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Process improvement

Technical accounting knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree

Job description

Overview

This range is provided by LHH. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Controller to join the leadership team in Chester County, PA. This is a key role responsible for overseeing all day-to-day accounting operations in a dynamic and fast-paced retail/eCommerce environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership experience, and a passion for process improvement and team development. CPA is required. Industry experience MUST be retail or ecommerce. B2C experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounting function with a large emphasis on Inventory Accounting (500K+ SKUs).
• Oversee the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP.
• Supervise and mentor a large accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal controls.
• Partner with the CFO to support strategic initiatives, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Maintain and enhance accounting systems and processes to support business growth and scalability.
• Manage external audits and coordinate with tax advisors and other external partners.

Qualifications

• CPA REQUIRED
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; Master’s degree a plus.
• Minimum of 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of technical accounting principles and GAAP.
• Experience in retail or E-Commerce and B2C.
• Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Compensation & Benefits

$180,000 - $190,000

• Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan
• PTO is offered on an accrual basis
• Paid Sick Leave where applicable by State law
• Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance

To apply, please contact Kellie Sclafani at [e-mail].

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