Financial Controller (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Edgeless Beauty Group; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgeless Beauty Group seeks a hands-on Financial Controller to lead our accounting function. You’ll own month-end close, prepare reports and reconciliations, and partner with leadership on strategic financial decisions.

This role covers general ledger, payroll tax compliance, sales/use tax filings, AP/AR, budgets and audits. A CPA is preferred and 5+ years in a related role are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar accounting role, including leadership experience.
• Hands-on working style, comfortable rolling up sleeves and getting the work done.
• Experience with product distribution and warehouse inventory.
• CPA certification preferred.
• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis.
• Experience using data analysis to guide strategic financial decisions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build a culture of inclusion, collaboration and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in accounting, finance and inventory functions.
• Prepare and complete the month-end close, including P&L, balance sheets, inventory adjustments, cash flow and reconciliations.
• Review payroll and ensure payroll tax payments and filings are accurate and on time.
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns.
• Partner with senior managers to implement cost-control strategies and monitor progress.
• Build, analyze and present strategic financial plans.
• Prepare for and lead audits (financial, 401(k), workers’ comp).
• Build and monitor budgets and forecasts.
• Stay current on accounting standards and compliance requirements.
• Plan annual compensation increases and changes to compensation plans.
• Develop benefits strategies and manage rollout of company insurance benefits.
• Support and mentor accounting team members.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Financial planning and analysis

Product distribution

Warehouse inventory

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA preferred

Job description

Edgeless Beauty Group is looking for a hands-on Financial Controller to lead our accounting function. This is an active, working role. You’ll own the month-end close, prepare reports and reconciliations, and play a key part in the day-to-day financial work.

You’ll be responsible for the general ledger, sales and use tax filings, payroll review and payroll tax compliance, accounts receivable and accounts payable. You’ll also serve as a strategic partner to leadership, offering guidance and recommendations to strengthen the company’s financial position.

Schedule: This role can be full-time or part-time. For part-time candidates, we’re looking for at least 3 days per week, with Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays preferred, and we’re open to flexibility on which days you work.

At Edgeless Beauty Group, we’re committed to creating an environment that is caring, compassionate and dedicated to uplifting others.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and take part in accounting, finance and inventory functions
• Prepare and complete the month-end close, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, inventory adjustments, tuition revenue recognition, cash flow, and account and variance reconciliations
• Review payroll and ensure payroll tax payments and filings are accurate and on time
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns
• Partner with senior managers to put cost control strategies in place and track their progress
• Build, analyze and present strategic financial plans
• Prepare for and lead audits, including financial, 401(k) and workers’ compensation
• Build and monitor budgets and forecasts
• Stay current on accounting standards and compliance requirements
• Plan and analyze annual compensation increases and changes to compensation plans
• Develop benefits strategies and manage the rollout of company insurance benefits (health, dental, life, 401(k), etc.)
• Support and mentor accounting team members, leading by example in line with Edgeless Beauty Group values

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (required)
• 5+ years of experience in a similar accounting role, including leadership experience
• A hands-on working style, comfortable rolling up your sleeves and getting the work done
• Experience with product distribution and warehouse inventory
• CPA certification (preferred)
• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis
• Experience using data analysis to guide strategic financial decisions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to build a culture of inclusion, collaboration and teamwork
• Fast-paced, guest-facing office environment