Controller

Now Hiring: Controller
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid in-office Tuesday through Thursday at our Commerce location with remote work available Mondays and Fridays.

Compensation: 140k-155k (Depending on experience)
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

About Work World

Work World is the largest specialty workwear supplier in the Western U.S. operating 38 retail stores a growing eCommerce business and local and national Industrial Accounts. Our brands include Work World Whistle Workwear and Shoeteria across California Nevada and Washington.

We proudly serve the builders caretakers growers and makers who keep our communities running. Backed by a private equity partner Work World is a profitable and growing business focused on expanding organically and through acquisitions.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and partner with the CFO to strengthen financial reporting internal controls and accounting processes as the business grows. This role oversees financial close GAAP reporting inventory accounting cash flow lender compliance audits tax compliance and accounting systems across our retail eCommerce Amazon and Industrial sales channels.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on financial leader who can develop a team improve processes and support strategic business decisions in a growing multi-location organization.

What Youll Do:

• Lead month-end quarter-end and year-end close with financial books closed within 10 business days.
• Oversee general ledger reconciliations inventory accounting revenue recognition and financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP.
• Prepare monthly financial packages management reports KPIs and variance analyses for executive leadership the Board and lenders.
• Manage cash flow forecasting revolving credit facilities borrowing base reporting and bank covenant compliance.
• Lead annual external financial statement audits and coordinate tax compliance including multi-state sales and use tax.
• Develop and maintain internal controls accounting policies and financial procedures.
• Oversee NetSuite and accounts payable systems supporting system integrations automation and process improvements.
• Partner with the CFO and operational leaders on budgeting forecasting inventory margins and financial performance.
• Support acquisition due diligence accounting integration and financial reporting for acquired businesses.
• Lead mentor and develop an accounting team of up to 10 employees.

What Youll Need:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance.
• REQUIRED: Active CPA license
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience including at least 3 years in a Controller or Assistant Controller role.
• Experience managing an accounting team of up to 10 employees.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP general ledger accounting reconciliations and financial close processes.
• Experience leading external financial audits.
• Experience with bank covenant compliance revolving lines of credit and asset-based lending (ABL) borrowing base reporting.
• Experience with multi-state sales and use tax compliance.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong leadership analytical communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines improve processes and work effectively in a fast-paced growing business.

Preferred Qualifications

• Public accounting or external audit experience.
• Retail accounting experience involving multiple store locations and significant inventory.
• NetSuite experience and participation in accounting system implementations.
• Experience in a private equity-backed lower middle-market company.
• Acquisition due diligence and integration experience.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical dental and vision insurance effective the first of the month after 30 days
• Paid time off and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan after one year of employment
• Employee discounts across all brands
• Career advancement opportunities in a growing organization
• Free onsite parking

Work Environment:

• Hybrid schedule with 3 days per week onsite at our headquarters in Commerce CA.
• Occasional travel to company stores and locations in California Nevada and Washington.
• Full-time position; additional hours may be required during month-end close year-end and audit periods.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Work World is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming workplace for all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.