Controller - Twinsburg, OH

Shelly - Twinsburg, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Twinsburg, OH

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

The Controller at Shelly Company plays a vital role in financial leadership and strategic insight, partnering closely with the General Manager. This position is responsible for overseeing financial operations across various business lines, ensuring financial performance, operational efficiency, and compliance with company policies. The Controller will lead the accounting team, manage budgeting and forecasting, enforce internal controls, and drive process improvements to support the company's strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end closing processes, including journal entries, accruals, inventory adjustments, and P&L reviews.
• Oversee the preparation of monthly financial statements in accordance with GAAP and ensure accurate reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts.
• Lead the completion of annual and semi-annual financial reports, ensuring timely and accurate submission.
• Develop and manage the company's annual budget, collaborating with department heads to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Provide regular financial updates and forecasts to senior management, advising on business performance and emerging risks and opportunities.
• Enforce adequate controls to safeguard company assets, minimizing risks and ensuring compliance with all SOX controls and accounting policies.
• Manage responses to internal and external audit requests, ensuring adherence to regulatory and company standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Support operations managers by providing financial analysis and strategic insights to optimize decision-making across business lines.
• Utilize advanced financial analysis tools to support key business decisions and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Collaborate with leadership to drive synergies across the business and challenge existing processes to improve overall performance.
• Provide strategic financial insight and independent perspectives, challenging business assumptions to improve performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with broader organizational goals.
• Demonstrate strong leadership by taking ownership of organizational objectives and inspiring others to achieve success.
• Foster a culture of open communication, confidence, and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management or accounting roles.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.

Nice-to-haves

• CPA or CMA certification is preferred.
• Experience in the construction or manufacturing industry.
• Familiarity with Hyperion/Essbase or similar financial analysis tools.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities