Senior Controller, Retail Finance & Close Lead

Saint Bernard; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on premium ski and,

Childcare Reimbursements

Pet Adoption reimbursements

Job summary

Saint Bernard is seeking a Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting for a growing, multi-location specialty retailer. You will own the general ledger, lead month-end close, and provide timely financial statements to ownership.

The role demands hands-on leadership in a fast-paced retail environment with strong technical accounting and business partnership skills. Ideal candidates will have a CPA, 7+ years of progressive accounting experience including 3+ years in a Controller role,

Qualifications

• Requires CPA designation (active or inactive).
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, incl. 3+ years in Controller role.
• Strong GAAP knowledge and technical accounting skills.
• Retail industry experience, multi-location with inventory focus.
• Hands-on leader with strategic and transactional skills.
• Proficient in Excel and financial reporting tools, QuickBooks Online.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly, quarterly, and annual close across all store locations and e‑commerce.
• Prepare and present financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) with store-level detail.
• Ensure GAAP compliance; manage external audit and tax relationships.
• Develop and maintain P&L reporting in the company’s preferred format (TY/LY by store, % of revenue, GP/NOI highlights).
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, including AP/AR, inventory, and intercompany transactions.
• Oversee payroll processing and recording of compensation, benefits, and accruals.
• Manage sales tax compliance across Texas locations and new markets.
• Establish internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure accuracy of records.
• Lead, mentor accounting team; ERP/POS/inventory system admin.
• Collaborate with retail analytics and buying teams for data alignment.

Skills

CPA designation

GAAP expertise

Leadership

Excel proficiency

QuickBooks Online

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

POS systems

Inventory management software

Data analytics tools

Job description

Saint Bernard is seeking a Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting for a growing, multi-location specialty retailer. You will own the general ledger, lead month-end close, and provide timely financial statements to ownership.

The role demands hands-on leadership in a fast-paced retail environment with strong technical accounting and business partnership skills. Ideal candidates will have a CPA, 7+ years of progressive accounting experience including 3+ years in a Controller role,