Controller

Controller

Who are we and what do we do?

• Our promise– Experiences that WOW.
• Our products–Remarkably fresh.
• Our places– Interactive and creative.
• Our People– Create special memories.
• Our purpose–To celebrate what’s good in life

Purpose:

Location: This position will work onsite out of our home office in Sandy Springs, GA.

What that looks like day to day:

• Champion the implementation of uncompromising financial controls to safeguard company assets, prevent fraud, and ensure unwavering compliance with regulatory standards, thereby fortifying the organization's financial integrity and sustainability.
• Ensures timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes in conjunction with offshore team.
• Oversees the production of periodic financial reports; ensures that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards.
• Manage the day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Oversee the maintenance of accurate accounting records and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Lead and mentor the accounting team offshore; provide training and support to develop direct reports as well as offshore team’s skills and ensure their work aligns with company goals.
• Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.
• Works closely with the CFO and executive team to provide financial insights that support business strategy, including ad hoc financial analysis, budgets and forecasts, and assisting in FP&A team tasks in general.
• Ensure compliance with relevant local, state, and federal regulations, including tax filings and financial reporting requirements.
• Works with external auditors and provides needed information for the annual audit.
• Plays a key leadership role in managing and ensuring data quality around ERP migration efforts as it pertains to accounting and finance.
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s degree preferred); CPA designation highly preferred .
• 8–10 years in accounting, including financial reporting, internal controls, and leading teams. Experience in audit or CPA firms is beneficial.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, financial modeling, and ERP systems (Great Plains experience is a plus).
• Strong knowledge of the full accounting cycle, month-end/year-end closings, financial reporting, internal controls, cash flow management, and treasury functions.
• Proven ability to lead teams, including accountants, managers, and cross-functional groups across accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and financial analysis.
• Understanding of financial laws, best practices, and integration of finance with broader business strategy (e.g., sales, marketing, operations).
• Proficient in effective leadership and management strategies with demonstrated application in practice

Essential Competencies:

• Adaptability and Agility – Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment, adjusting priorities and strategies quickly in response to shifting business needs and market conditions
• Leadership and Team Development – Strong experience leading and developing accounting teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement while guiding teams through evolving processes
• Strategic Thinking – Ability to think long-term while managing day-to-day financial operations, ensuring alignment with company goals and contributing to the growth and scalability of the business
• Problem Solving and Decision Making – Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify issues, propose solutions, and make timely decisions, particularly in high-pressure situations
• Attention to Detail and Financial Integrity – A commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy, ensuring the integrity of financial data, and implementing robust internal controls to minimize risk and drive operational efficiency

What We Offer:

• Onsite work environment with work-from-home flexibility, fostering collaboration and relationship building with peers, cross-functional partners, and leadership.
• The stability and resources of an industry-leading company successfully operating for 25 years, with the agility and innovation of a startup, allowing you to make a significant impact and shape our future.
• Growth & Development – Each team member has a visible and immediate impact on the business, offering abundant opportunities for personal and professional growth as we scale in size and sophistication.
• Healthcare plans that include health/dental/vision insurance, 401K Plan, company-paid life insurance and short-term disability, flexible spending account options and more.
• Paid time off, including sick days & holidays to support work-life balance.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, and disability, status as a veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard.