Summary:

The Controller is a key a member of the Operations Team providing the lead role in oversight of finance, accounting and internal administration. This individual should have demonstrated expertise in accounting and finance. Superb organization and decision making skills are a must.

As the Controller, you will work together with internal colleagues in areas including creative/marketing, operations and merchant planning. You will be responsible for financial accounting and reporting, risk management as well as oversight of administration. You will understand the needs of varying departments and work together to achieve a common goal.

You will succeed in our organization with a positive and professional attitude, a focus on accomplishment, a willingness to share new ideas, and a concern for doing the right thing for the customer. You should also have a strong desire to grow an organization and be a central figure in that growth.

Our Purpose as an organization is to (a) Influence people to get outside in Alabama and beyond and (b) Build loyalty one connection at a time. Our Operating Principles are Living our Purpose, Care for our People, Build and Teach Best Practices, and Strive for Excellence. Our Values are purpose, trust, participation and profitability. All decisions we make as a company are filtered through these lenses, and you should understand and live our Purpose, Principles and Values on a daily basis.

Core Expectations and Objectives

Financial Accounting and Reporting

Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures

Preparation of sales and use, property and annual business licenses in all jurisdictions (multi-state).

Develop and maintain financial accounting systems for cash management, inventory, accounts payable and accruals.

Reconcile bank accounts

Reconcile and record bills related to inventory payables

Review monthly results in conjunction with CEO and rolling budgets

Manage the cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts

Manage capital assets and ensure that assets are properly recorded, amortized and disposed of as appropriate

Oversee all payroll functions to ensure that employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner

Manage the employee insurance and benefits plans

Process and submit statutory and benefits remittances on time

Other tasks as assigned by the Director or Operations or CEO

Risk Management

Monitor risk management policies and procedures to ensure that program and organizational risks are minimized

Advise the organization's leadership on appropriate insurance coverage for the organization and work with carriers and agencies to ensure coverages are appropriate and correct for identified organizational risks

Monitor and interact with insurance companies including claim discussions and submissions along with renewal negotiations

Office administration

Oversee and supervise the administrative function of the organization including non-store property/facility management, safety of the work environment, and provision of furnishings and equipment necessary for effective operations

Oversee the management of all leases, contracts and other financial commitments

Monitor all legislation relevant to the organization (employment standards, occupation health and safety, etc.) and all regulations to ensure that the organization is compliant

Education and Training

Bachelor’s degree business with an accounting or finance concentration

Active CPA certificate or actively working toward a certification

Minimum of two years of experience, either in public or private company environments

Company Description:

Alabama Outdoors is a growing specialty retailer with eight retail stores and two e-commerce sites. We opened our doors in Birmingham, Alabama in 1975 with the mission to provide the highest quality outdoor gear to the city and surrounding area. Our organization has grown through a simple focus on the customer and providing them the best in functional and fashionable apparel and footwear, as well as high quality gear for their outdoor adventures.

If this position appears to be a fit with your personal and career goals, please submit a current resume along with a cover letter describing a time where you had a difficult decision to make. Please describe how you arrived at your decision and what you might have done differently looking back on the situation. Submit through this portal or email your cover letter and resume to jobs@aloutdoors.com, putting "Controller Position" in the subject line. Applications that do not have all elements described will not be reviewed or considered.