Senior Accounting Director & Controller – Growth Leader

Atlanta Cheesecake Company

Saint Paul (MN)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 190,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Dessert Holdings is seeking an Accounting Director/Assistant Controller to join our headquarters team in St. Paul, MN. You will oversee month-end close, financial statement preparation, audit management, and internal controls across multiple entities and currencies, partnering with executives and external auditors to strengthen governance.

This role requires CPA, 10+ years of accounting/audit experience, deep U.S. GAAP knowledge, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with an active CPA license.
  • 10+ years of progressive accounting, financial reporting, or audit experience.
  • Deep expertise in U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Direct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close across multiple entities.
  • Lead technical accounting positions, policies, and memoranda.
  • Manage financial reporting, consolidation, and public company disclosures.
  • Oversee audits, regulatory filings, and external tax considerations.
  • Drive process improvements, automation, and control enhancements.
  • Mentor and develop team and cross-functional partners.

Skills

Team leadership
Analytical skills
Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
CPA license

Job description

Dessert Holdings is seeking an Accounting Director/Assistant Controller to join our headquarters team in St. Paul, MN. You will oversee month-end close, financial statement preparation, audit management, and internal controls across multiple entities and currencies, partnering with executives and external auditors to strengthen governance.

This role requires CPA, 10+ years of accounting/audit experience, deep U.S. GAAP knowledge, and proven leadership.

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