Controller

Mur-chol-uh-jee The science of company merch; the skill of creating and delivering custom-branded apparel and corporate gifts around the world.

Merchology is a leading eCommerce retailer in B2B sales of co-branded merchandise including apparel headwear drinkware gifts and accessories. We are family-owned people-powered and we are adding to our #MerchTeam at our facility in Plymouth. Come see why we are a three-time Star Tribune Top Workplaces award winner!

Merchology seeks a Controller to join our Finance team. Reporting to the VP of Finance the Controller is responsible for accounting operations financial reporting internal controls audit management and accounting process infrastructure.

This position oversees the integrity of Merchologys financial statements while managing accounting operations across inventory revenue recognition vendor transactions and multi-channel sales and fulfillment activity.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful Controller will oversee:

Financial Reporting & Close Process

• Lead monthly quarterly and annual close processes
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Prepare and maintain monthly and annual Adjusted EBITDA reporting packages including identification documentation and reconciliation of non-recurring non-operating and other approved adjustment items
• Manage general ledger reconciliations accruals and journal entries
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial reporting and accounting records
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures

Accounting Operations

• Oversee Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable and General Accounting functions
• Supervise and develop accounting staff
• Manage daily accounting operations and transactional workflows
• Improve close timelines and accounting efficiency

Inventory & Operational Accounting

• Oversee inventory accounting across internal and external warehouses and/or fulfillment partners
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation reserves landed cost allocation and COGS reporting
• Reconcile inventory and sales data across ERP e-commerce and fulfillment systems
• Support gross margin accuracy and operational reporting

Revenue Recognition & Compliance

• Ensure proper revenue recognition across e-commerce B2B fulfillment and service revenue streams
• Maintain accounting for returns discounts credits and customer incentives
• Coordinate annual audit and tax processes
• Ensure compliance with sales tax payroll tax and regulatory requirements
• Manage internal controls and accounting compliance processes

Systems & Process Improvement

• Maintain ERP/accounting system integrity and workflow discipline
• Support accounting automation and reporting improvements
• Develop scalable accounting infrastructure to support company growth
• Partner with finance and operations leadership to improve reporting accuracy and operational visibility

• 7-10 years of progressive accounting experience
• Bachelors or associate degree in accounting or finance
• Proficiency with GAAP and basic principles of accounting
• Experience in inventory-heavy e-commerce distribution or consumer products business
• Experience managing audits and financial reporting
• Collaborative and professional interpersonal and organizational skills
• Advanced Skills in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (NetSuite a plus)

WHAT WE OFFER

In addition to an outstanding creative culture authentically nice people and interesting work we have:

• Generous PTO (18 days per year)
• 8 company-paid holidays
• Hybrid work schedule for select departments
• 40 hours of paid volunteer time
• 401(k) with match
• Medical and dental insurance options FSA and HSA (with company HSA match) Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Short- and Long-Term disability insurance options
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-sponsored social events
• Premium brand partner discounts
• Employee-led Committees

LOCATION

• 3000 Niagara Lane North Plymouth MN 55447
• Remote hybrid role: Three days onsite and two days remote

INDUSTRY

• Business to Business eCommerce and Apparel

Merchology is an equal opportunity employer and certified Disability-owned Business Enterprise. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a workplace where personal and professional growth are achieved through inclusion. If you require disability resources to submit your application please email for assistance.