Associate Director Of Accounting (Controller)

Position: Associate Director of Accounting (Controller)

FSLA Status: Full-time/Exempt

Location: Tustin, CA (Hybrid)

Relocating HQ Mid-2024: Newport Beach, CA (Hybrid)

Travel: up to 10% domestic travel

Salary Range: $115,000 - $145,000 annually

About Us

Best Choice Products is a leading e-commerce brand, with a mission to be a one-stop shop for every household need. Our products are some of the most popular, best sellers in the country from categories including home goods, patio & garden, seasonal décor, toys, musical instruments and more. BCP has figured out the recipe for success, marrying the highest quality product development and manufacturing with disruptive price points, and earned its ranking as one of the largest sellers on marketplaces such as Amazon, Walmart, and Target.

Best Choice Products is proud to announce we made the Inc. 5000 list for the second year in a row! We are officially one of the fastest-growing private companies in America!

See our rank and the full list here: https://lnkd.in/ggUGydu

Scope of the Role

The Associate Director of Accounting (Controller) is responsible for the overall management and operation of the accounting department. Accounting is one of three departments which make up the Finance and Accounting organization along with Finance and FP&A. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, maintains internal controls, and provides financial insights to support decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls.

Reporting Structure

The Associate Director of Accounting (Controller) is a key member of the Finance and Accounting Team and reports to the VP of Finance and Accounting. This position also partners with key cross-functional team members across the organization.

Essential Functions & Key Responsibilities

• Manage all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition.
• Ensures that all AR collections and AP payments are completed on time and provides prompt notification to stakeholders of any exceptions.
• Establish, monitor, and enforce internal controls over company assets, financial transactions, and financial reporting.
• Maintains and enforces a documented system of Accounting policies and procedures.
• Manages monthly, quarterly, and year-end close to ensure completion in a timely fashion to meet assigned deadlines. Ensure that all general ledger balance sheet accounts and material income statement accounts are reconciled and analyzed monthly.
• Manages all technical accounting workpapers and supporting schedules.
• Ensures that all scheduled financial reports and workpapers are properly named, stored, distributed, and protected according to current policies and procedures.
• Coordinate activities of external auditors to ensure a clean and timely year-end audit.
• Collaborate with VP of Finance and Accounting and FP&A team to issue and validate budgets and forecasts. Assist in coordination with department heads and senior management.
• Manage weekly payment processing (check run & electronic disbursements)
• Manage intercompany transactions and reporting for subsidiary(s)
• Coordinate the preparation of regulatory reporting by managing and complying with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
• Lead and manage the accounting team, providing mentorship, training, and guidance to ensure the completion of financial tasks.
• Manage department goals and objectives, and support & collaborate with other departments to achieve company goals and objectives.
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance.
• Continually evaluate, adapt, and implement accounting software, systems, and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy in accounting operations.
• Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
• Assess financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, including credit risk, market risk, and operational risk.
• Set and track financial KPIs.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities for cost reduction, and areas for growth
• Communicate complex financial information and accounting policies effectively to executive teams, management, and other stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA license preferred with 5+ years public accounting experience in A&A services for private, for-profit companies.
• 7-10 years of overall combined accounting and finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing or retail environment.
• At least 5 years of experience in senior management with preference towards experience in setting department strategy and introducing new accounting roles into a department.
• Hands on experience with billing, A/R, A/P, general ledger, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and revenue recognition.
• Experience in managing monthly, quarterly, and year-end close with a team of 5 or more using closing procedures and checklists to coordinate work and meet deadlines.
• Solid understanding and experience with multi-jurisdictional tax (sales & use tax, income tax, property tax, etc.)
• Profound understanding of US GAAP, accounting principles, standards, and regulations
• Proficiency in financial software and large ERP systems (NetSuite ERP strongly preferred)
• Preferred experience with FloQast or similar accounting workflow automation and close management software
• Ability to manage deadlines and accurately process data under time limited restraints.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with an advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide teams.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Plan
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays and Sick Days
• Delicious Snacks & Drinks
• Generous Employee Discount
• Arcade Games
• Onsite Gym

• #LI-Hybrid

**Please note that our current headquarters will be moving to a new location in Newport Beach mid-2024. This position will remain hybrid.

Where to Find Us

www.bestchoiceproducts.com

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Best Choice Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity.