Controller

A well-established retail company is seeking an experienced Controller to join the team! Location: SE Portland 97214 Length: This will be a direct hire/permanent role We Would Love To Hear From Those With: ✔ Bachelor's- must be in accounting or finance ✔ 7+ YOE in accounting, with experience managing 3+ direct reports ✔ Experience with in-the-weeds GL accounting ✔ Experience working for a company with $100M+ revenue minimum ✔ SOX experience, US or international is fine ✔ Strong experience with Excel- most of their reporting is all done in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, report creation, macros) ✔ Multi entity/unit ideal, retail would be perfect-they produce individual P&Ls for each store, then each entity, then consolidated reporting for the parent company- coming from a company where there are multiple revenue streams would be important- they have 10+ units ✔ Need to have experience with lease accounting and fixed assets- just understanding the process- they do not have a lease accounting software, this is done manually What You Will Be Doing: Manage all aspects of AP, AR, and Payroll Play a key role in the month-end close process including posting journal entries and completing bank reconciliations Issue financial statements and corporate annual report Make recommendations according to company performance Create financial and operating metrics Manage annual budget and forecasts Perform variance analysis Analyze capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations Provide information to external auditors annually Ensure local, state, and federal government reporting and tax filings are in compliance Manage all aspects of lease and fixed asset accounting Implement and enforce policies and procedures in accordance with US GAAP Maintain efficient accounting department organization necessary to achieve department goals and objectives Oversee all accounting functions for multiple subsidiaries Work Environment: Overall casual environment, laid back A culture fit would be a manager who likes being in the weeds and wants to elevate the team, hard-working, strong work ethic, effective communicator About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.