Senior Controller, SEC & GAAP Financial Reporting Lead

Michaels; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Telemedicine services

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Michaels Companies Inc. is seeking an Assistant Controller in Irving, TX to direct external and internal financial reporting and corporate accounting functions. You will ensure SEC and US GAAP compliance, manage monthly closes, and oversee equity, lease, and fixed asset accounting.

Lead a high‑performing team, drive process improvements, and coordinate with auditors to ensure audit readiness and accurate disclosures for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of accounting experience with technical GAAP knowledge.
• Public accounting experience required.
• Experience leading a team of more than five people.
• Retail industry experience preferred.
• At least 7 years of SEC reporting experience.
• Proficient in Excel; strong financial statement knowledge.
• SOX, US GAAP knowledge; SEC filing systems experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct financial reporting processes and corporate accounting functions.
• Oversee monthly close and significant accruals, including non‑recurring items.
• Lead SEC filings, external disclosures, and equity accounting.
• Maintain general ledger integrity across cost centers.
• Collaborate with internal audit on controls and risk mitigation.
• Provide strategic leadership and coaching to a high‑performing team.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Communication

Financial reporting

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Accounting

CPA

Tools

Essbase

Oracle

Excel

Workiva

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Job description

The Michaels Companies Inc. is seeking an Assistant Controller in Irving, TX to direct external and internal financial reporting and corporate accounting functions. You will ensure SEC and US GAAP compliance, manage monthly closes, and oversee equity, lease, and fixed asset accounting.

Lead a high‑performing team, drive process improvements, and coordinate with auditors to ensure audit readiness and accurate disclosures for stakeholders.