Controller

CONTROLLER

POSITION SUMMARY

The Controller is responsible for the overall accounting function of the organization and reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The Controller will develop tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to the CEO and make actionable recommendations on both strategy and operations. The Controller will ensure that long-term budgetary planning and costs management are in alignment with Harper Ellis Hair Co.’s strategic plan.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Harper Ellis Hair Co is devoted to raising the bar in the extension industry, from our unmatched education, our stylist-first customer service, and our untouchable quality of hair. We believe there’s an extension method for everyone. Our quality changed the industry standard, and we’re here to keep raising the bar. Our core values are the backbone of our business and guide our hiring process: we are inspirational, loyal, disciplined, thorough, authentic, aligned, results-oriented.

OBJECTIVES

Accounting Operations

• Develop and enforce a documented system of GAAP compliant accounting policies and procedures ensuring on-time and accurate reporting
• Monitor and improve accounting operations, financial controls and transaction-processing procedures.
• Ensure that accounts receivable are collected promptly
• Ensure all accounts payable are paid timely and all reasonable discounts are taken on invoices
• Oversee and advise on payroll processing functions
• Ensure that monthly bank and credit card reconciliations are completed
• Ensure that required debt payments (company credit cards, loans, or lines of credit) are paid on a timely basis
• Maintain the company’s chart of accounts
• Coordinate the preparation and compilation of year-end reporting, financial statements, and reconciliations for a certified public accountant (CPA) firm, for tax-return preparation
• Stay abreast new regulatory guidelines by remaining aware of new state and federal regulations, participating in educational opportunities, and reading professional publications

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Monitor financial performance by measuring and analyzing results, initiating corrective action, and minimizing the impact of variances
• Manage cash flow; Delivering margin improvement strategies quarterly
• Design and conduct financial analysis and development of financial models for budgeting and new projects, products, and programs
• Drive key projects to improve financial management (for example, migration to accrual accounting, QBO platform)

Management

• Help the executive team design the finance and accounting organization
• Recruit and develop key accounting and finance staff
• Manage outsourced functions

COMPETENCIES

• Strong working knowledge of how to handle both the accounting and forecasting of numerous products and programs on an accrual basis
• Works well to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Takes action without being asked or required to. Is proactive. Sets high standards and achieves goals beyond job requirements. Has a low tolerance for mediocrity
• Ability to lead multiple stakeholders toward consensus resulting in the successful completion of major organizational projects
• Ability to lead and inspire a team of individual contributors
• Mastery level knowledge of Excel
• Solid GAAP and financial-reporting, technical skills
• Proficiency with QuickBooks
• Working knowledge of taxation and corporate structures
• Process development and implementation

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• CPA required
• 7-years of working experience dealing with finance and accounting.
• Proficiency in QBO
• Previous controller experience preferred
• Previous FP&A experience preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Able to travel as needed
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

As an equal opportunity employer committed to meeting the needs of a multigenerational and multicultural workforce, Harper Ellis Hair Co. recognizes that a diverse staff, reflective of our community, is an integral and welcome part of a successful and ethical business. We hire local talent at all levels regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability, and actively foster inclusion in all forms both within our company and across interactions with clients, candidates and partners.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Smith, AR 72901 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Smith, AR 72901: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000