Hybrid Controller - The Brand House Collective at Kirkland's, Inc.

The Controller performs tasks necessary to ensure the integrity of accounting information. The Controller is responsible for supervision of all accounting functions for the organization: month-end closing; financial reporting; inventory control; shared services accounting; internal controls; and financial regulatory compliance.

• Lead the accounting department and drive productivity and continuous process improvement in the accounting function to deliver greater efficiency and effectiveness
• Oversee the monthly and quarterly closing processes by setting time-lines, assisting team members as needed, completing/reviewing detailed and complex calculations, reviewing journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
• Perform equity accounting and administration tasks
• Oversee the SEC reporting process, reviewing consolidated financial statements, footnotes and supplemental information, and driving disclosure committee meetings
• Stay abreast of new accounting pronouncements and SEC reporting trends, assessing impact to the company and implementing applicable pronouncements
• Prepare and present Controller’s report for quarterly Audit Committee meetings
• Serve as accounting subject matter expert in implementation of various company projects and initiatives, assisting with detailed design and testing
• Manage relationships with external auditors, outsourced internal auditors, and various service providers
• Monitor performance of physical inventories at store and DC locations and provide guidance to the Inventory Accounting department
• Drive Sarbanes-Oxley compliance efforts and implement internal controls where necessary
• Provide oversight and support for various audits: external, internal controls, inventory bank, mall, unemployment, health and welfare, unclaimed property, etc.
• Communicate with departments regarding financial information and establish strong relationships with departmental peers
• Support the planning and budgeting activities led by the Chief Financial Officer
• Complete various tasks and projects in partnership with senior leadership
• Demonstrates a commitment to The Brand House Collective Values

• Bachelors or higher degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA required
• Minimum of 10+ years accounting experience, preferably 3+years public accounting experience and public company experience
• Previous experience as a Controller preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong GAAP knowledge and Sarbanes-Oxley experience
• Demonstrated success leading a high-performing team and consistently producing results that exceed expectations
• Excellent project management skills and attention to detail. Able to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment and re-prioritize with ease
• A sharp eye for evaluating existing processes and identifying gaps and areas for improvement, as well as the ability to develop and implement new processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus
• Ability to develop strong cross-functional business partnerships and to lead and influence others outside of direct reporting lines
• Superior professionalism, discretion, and judgment
• Lawson experience a plus
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time