Corporate Controller

Gated Talent; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the music merchandise sector is seeking a Corporate Controller to manage financial operations and ensure compliance with GAAP. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in accounting leadership, system optimization, and a passion for fostering a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including multi-entity reporting.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls.
• Proven track record of leadership in high-growth environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Manage day-to-day accounting functions including AR/AP and payroll.
• Lead the consolidation of subsidiaries and ensure accurate reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Organizational

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Manhead is the largest independent music merchandise company with over 15 years of success in the entertainment industry. With over 4x growth from 2021 to 2024 we’re scaling rapidly and building for the future. We pride ourselves not only on what we do, but how we do it—fostering a team-first, collaborative culture rooted in creativity, accountability, and integrity.

About The Role

The Corporate Controller is a senior role responsible for leading all accounting and financial operations at Manhead. This role is critical to ensuring financial accuracy, operational effectiveness, and compliance with GAAP standards. The Controller will manage day-to-day accounting functions, produce accurate financial statements, oversee audit and tax compliance, and lead the consolidation of subsidiary financials into unified corporate reports.

We are seeking a highly skilled CPA with experience in complex consolidations, systems optimization, and leadership. Just as important as technical skills is the cultural fit—someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, leads with humility, and embraces our creative and entrepreneurial spirit. This position will be a trusted advisor and drive results by translating data into strategic insights.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee timely preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Lead the consolidation of multiple subsidiaries, ensuring accuracy in intercompany eliminations and reporting across business units.
• Analyze financial performance, trends, and variances; provide strategic insight to senior leadership.
• Maintain robust internal controls and ensure adherence to financial policies.

Accounting Operations

• Direct all accounting functions including AR/AP, tour accounting, payroll, sales tax, royalty accounting, and expense tracking.
• Own and optimize the monthly close process.
• Ensure timely, accurate royalty statements and artist P&Ls with transparent recoupment tracking and clear financial reporting
• Lead NetSuite administration and integrated tools and systems and ensure proper system configuration for current and future consolidation needs.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure successful, efficient audits.

Tax, Treasury, and Risk

• Coordinate with external CPA firm for tax filings and compliance across local, state, and federal levels.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of sales/use taxes and property taxes.
• Serve as primary contact for banks and insurance providers in collaboration with the CEO.
• Maintain oversight of treasury management and cash flow optimization.
• Manage monthly financial data and reporting to ensure accurate, timely compliance with line of credit covenant requirements.

Leadership & Culture

• Inspire, coach, and grow the accounting team through clear goal setting, mentorship, and performance management.
• Foster an open, transparent, and team-oriented culture aligned with Manhead’s values.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration and serve as a key advisor to the Vice President and executive team.
• Embody a positive, solutions-focused approach, even in fast-paced or ambiguous situations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
• 8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including multi-entity or consolidated reporting, with minimum of 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls
• Proven track record of leadership in dynamic, high-growth environments
• Expertise with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and Excel.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Passion for building culture and driving operational excellence.

Cultural Fit

The Right Candidate For This Role Will

• Lead with integrity and humility.
• Embrace collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.
• Be energized by fast-paced growth and evolving challenges.
• Balance detail orientation with strategic perspective
• Value transparency, accountability, and trust
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to serving and supporting the company’s clients

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