Ashley | The Wellsville Group · 4 hours ago
Controller
The Wellsville Group is a $100M retail organization seeking a Controller to lead its financial operations. In this role, you will ensure financial integrity, compliance, and provide strategic insights to support business growth while mentoring a talented accounting team.
Furniture
Responsibilities
Takes ownership of the company’s financial integrity and reporting
Brings structure, consistency, and strong internal controls to a growing business
Can translate financial data into meaningful insights for executive decision-making
Enjoys developing and mentoring a team while driving continuous improvement
Is comfortable partnering directly with ownership and senior leaders
Ensures that the numbers are right, the risks are understood, and the opportunities are visible
Supports accurate, timely financial reporting and audits
Manages strong budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management
Ensures compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards
Facilitates informed decision-making at the executive level
Helps the business operate with confidence and clarity
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role
Strong working knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
Experience overseeing full-cycle accounting operations and financial close
Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Preferred
Retail or multi-location business experience
Inventory accounting and sales tax compliance
401(k) administration and payroll systems (ADP preferred)
Experience working with financial institutions, lenders, and credit card processors
Leading external audits and working directly with auditors
Benefits
401(k) administration and payroll systems (ADP preferred)