Buckingham Search
Regional Controller
Buckingham Search is working with a multi-brand operator, who is currently searching for a Regional Controller to join their exceptional team. With plans to expand into 70+ new locations over the next few months, this is a chance to be a part of something incredible, where you'll have the opportunity to work closely with upper management and leave your mark.
Overview
This role oversees all accounting and finance functions for local assets and brands, including recently acquired companies. Responsibilities include ensuring timely month-end closes, accurate financial reporting, and tax compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting, Finance, and Audit Manage daily and monthly accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes and prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements. Work with operations to deliver crucial financial data for decision-making. Act as the main contact for annual audits with support from the Corporate Controller. Analyze financial performance to identify variances from budget targets and previous year results. Management and Oversight
Review and enhance current operational processes and implement new procedures. Become proficient in ERP and Point of Sale systems. Oversee the final review of bi-weekly payroll. Monitor and report on business performance indicators. Guide the budgeting process under the direction of the Corporate Controller. Recruit, train, and manage accounting staff for the brand. Compliance
Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and rules. Develop and maintain effective internal controls with the Corporate Controller. Oversee regulatory reporting, including tax planning and compliance. Qualifications and Experience
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. MBA or CPA preferred. Minimum of 10 years of experience in general ledger management, GAAP accounting, monthly close processes, financial statement production, cash management, budgeting, tax filings, and team supervision. Experience in public accounting with progressive roles in a company, demonstrating increasing leadership responsibilities. Preferred:
Experience in multi-unit retail and/or private-equity backed companies is a plus. Skills and Competencies
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel. Strong communication abilities. Attention to detail and strong critical thinking skills. Knowledge of Sage Intacct is a plus, but not required. Other Requirements:
Travel is expected to be less than 25%. Must be willing to go into the office 5 days a week in their Chicagoland office.
Buckingham Search is working with a multi-brand operator, who is currently searching for a Regional Controller to join their exceptional team. With plans to expand into 70+ new locations over the next few months, this is a chance to be a part of something incredible, where you'll have the opportunity to work closely with upper management and leave your mark.
Overview
This role oversees all accounting and finance functions for local assets and brands, including recently acquired companies. Responsibilities include ensuring timely month-end closes, accurate financial reporting, and tax compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting, Finance, and Audit Manage daily and monthly accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes and prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements. Work with operations to deliver crucial financial data for decision-making. Act as the main contact for annual audits with support from the Corporate Controller. Analyze financial performance to identify variances from budget targets and previous year results. Management and Oversight
Review and enhance current operational processes and implement new procedures. Become proficient in ERP and Point of Sale systems. Oversee the final review of bi-weekly payroll. Monitor and report on business performance indicators. Guide the budgeting process under the direction of the Corporate Controller. Recruit, train, and manage accounting staff for the brand. Compliance
Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and rules. Develop and maintain effective internal controls with the Corporate Controller. Oversee regulatory reporting, including tax planning and compliance. Qualifications and Experience
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. MBA or CPA preferred. Minimum of 10 years of experience in general ledger management, GAAP accounting, monthly close processes, financial statement production, cash management, budgeting, tax filings, and team supervision. Experience in public accounting with progressive roles in a company, demonstrating increasing leadership responsibilities. Preferred:
Experience in multi-unit retail and/or private-equity backed companies is a plus. Skills and Competencies
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel. Strong communication abilities. Attention to detail and strong critical thinking skills. Knowledge of Sage Intacct is a plus, but not required. Other Requirements:
Travel is expected to be less than 25%. Must be willing to go into the office 5 days a week in their Chicagoland office.