Assistant Controller
Brick Executive Search is working as the exclusive Search Firm for a Fast Fashion womens, wholesale footwear and outerwear company . The company is expanding its Finace funtional area as the company is growing rapidly .
Position Overview
Seeking a highly analytical and operationally minded Assistant Controller to support and oversee the company’s accounting operations. This role will manage the day-to-day accounting functions, including AR, AP, and the monthly close process, while ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting and strong internal controls.
The ideal candidate has a minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, a strong operational background, a deep understanding of inventory in wholesale and or CPG/retail environments, and demonstrated experience managing a small team. This role requires strong systems expertise and the ability to partner cross-functionally to improve processes and drive financial visibility across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Accounting Operations
- Responsible for Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
- Manage and execute the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
- Ensure accurate revenue recognition, inventory accounting, and expense accruals
- Maintain integrity of the general ledger and supporting workpapers
- Review journal entries, reconciliations, and financial schedules
Inventory & Retail Accounting
- Ensure accurate inventory accounting across stores and eCommerce
- Oversee inventory reconciliations, reserves, and shrink analysis
- Partner with operations and merchandising on inventory controls and reporting
- Support COGS analysis and gross margin reporting
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules
- Perform detailed variance analysis (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities in financial performance
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes
Team Management
- Review work for accuracy and completeness
Systems & Process Improvement
- Lead accounting system improvements and automation initiatives
- Optimize workflows to increase efficiency and reduce errors
- Ensure strong internal controls and documentation of processes
- Partner with IT and operations on system integrations and enhancements
Cross-Functional Partnership
- Collaborate with operations, merchandising, sales, and eCommerce teams
- Ensure accurate reporting of sales, inventory, and expenses
- Support leadership with ad hoc financial analysis
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred but not required)
- 7 years of accounting experience, preferably in wholesale footwear/apparel, retail or CPG
- Strong understanding of inventory accounting and cost of goods sold
- Experience managing direct reports
- Advanced Excel skills; strong ERP/system experience (NetSuite preferred)
- Proven ability to improve processes and implement controls
- Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
- Operational mindset with hands-on execution capability
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Understands high-volume transactional environments
- Has built or improved accounting processes
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial company
- Balances strategic thinking with strong execution