Retail Industry Controller

About the role

My Financial Partner delivers high quality, fast-paced fractional Controller, AP, and GL services to 70+ network companies across the Teamshares portfolio. We’re a wholly owned subsidiary of Teamshares, Inc. — a publicly traded company built to keep great small businesses thriving, one acquisition at a time. The Role We’re looking for a Financial Controller to join our growing team, focused on supporting a portfolio of retail companies . This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you’ll partner closely with company presidents and employee-owners to drive financial clarity, optimize operations, and support long-term strategic success. You’ll be responsible for the full accounting cycle, financial reporting, inventory oversight, and advising leadership teams—while identifying opportunities for improved systems, processes, and profitability. What You’ll Do Strategic Client Partnership Serve as a trusted advisor to multiple retail business presidents, tailoring financial insights to their operational needs. Leverage your hands-on experience in retail operations to guide cost control, product margin analysis, vendor management, and inventory forecasting. Translate complex financial data into actionable recommendations that support both short- and long-term strategic decisions. Financial Operations & Oversight Lead full-cycle accounting operations including A/P, A/R, GL, inventory accounting, revenue recognition, and payroll. Manage month-end and year-end closes, including reconciliations, accruals, fixed assets, and deferred revenue adjustments. Oversee inventory accounting and ensuring accurate valuation and minimizing shrinkage. Maintain a 13-week cash flow forecast and recommend solutions to optimize working capital. Reporting & Analysis Prepare trial balances, variance analyses, and financial reporting dashboards using OneStream or similar platforms. Collaborate with company leadership on budgets, quarterly planning, and long-term strategic initiatives. Deliver KPIs that reflect operational performance and margin trends. Process Improvement & Controls Identify and implement process improvements across accounting systems, POS integrations, and reporting workflows. Assist in developing internal controls and documenting financial procedures specific to retail environments. Streamline inventory management practices, multi-location stock, and seasonal adjustments. Who You Are A proactive, hands-on Controller who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic, small business environment. A strong communicator who can translate complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences. A self-starter who is comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and rolling up your sleeves when needed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred) 5+ years of experience in a Controller or Senior Accounting role Proven experience in retail accounting, preferably with multi-location operations Background in small to medium-sized businesses; fractional or outsourced accounting experience a plus Tech-savvy and resourceful; comfortable in remote, fast-moving environments Proficiency in QuickBooks Online, POS systems, and Excel Working knowledge of US GAAP Tools You’ll Use QuickBooks Online & POS systems NetSuite ERP OneStream (for reporting and consolidations) Gusto (Payroll) Asana (Project/task management) Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel & Teams) Benefits: Competitive salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance — 100% employer-paid for employees (and dependents on most plans) Paid time off including: 15 vacation days 19 company holidays 5 sick days 1 floating holiday of your choice Ongoing development through access to Teamshares’ experts in small business accounting and finance The opportunity to support real employee ownership in America’s small businesses If you’re passionate about using your accounting expertise to make a real impact—and want to work with a team that values integrity, humility, and collaboration—we’d love to hear from you. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.