Controller

Job Description Job Description JEDCo Brands, Inc. Controller Finance & Accounting | Full-Time | Hybrid About the Role JEDCo Brands is a growing licensed apparel and branded merchandise company serving major retail partners including Bass Pro Shops, Tractor Supply Company, Academy Sports, and many more. We are seeking a hands-on, analytically sharp Controller to lead all accounting and financial reporting functions and serve as a true financial partner to senior leadership. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, lean environment. You will own the full accounting cycle, drive cash flow visibility, deliver actionable financial insights, and help guide system integrations as we scale. If you are energized by building and improving financial infrastructure — not just maintaining it — this is the opportunity for you. Key Responsibilities Accounting Operations & Financial Close * Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and bank reconciliations. * Lead month-end and year-end close processes independently, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting without reliance on third-party accountants to drive completion. * Prepare, compile, and finalize monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP. Financial Planning, Analysis & Reporting * Deliver financial insight into key metrics including gross margins by product line, channel profitability, and customer-level performance to support strategic decisions. * Lead development of annual operating budgets, rolling financial forecasts, and cash flow projections aligned with company strategy. * Own weekly cash flow forecasting and use that visibility to advise on vendor payment prioritization and timing. * Produce a monthly financial reporting package combining financial statements, operational data, and sales metrics for senior leadership. Inventory Accounting & Controls * Direct inventory accounting and valuation, including product costing, obsolescence reserves, inventory turns analysis, and reconciliation of physical inventory counts. * Establish, implement, and monitor internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity. * Coordinate external financial audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance including sales tax, income tax, and import duties. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Systems * Provide financial analysis, variance reporting, and ad-hoc modeling to senior leadership; collaborate with merchandising, sales, production, and operations on pricing, vendor negotiations, and profitability initiatives. * Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and treasury functions, including banking relationships and optimization of payment terms within the realities of an apparel supply chain. * Directly manage, mentor, and develop the AR and AP team members, setting clear performance expectations, providing day-to-day direction, and supporting their professional growth. * Support and help guide the implementation and optimization of accounting systems, including ERP integrations and the consolidation of multiple platforms, to improve reporting capabilities. Qualifications Required * Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred * 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 2 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role, including direct management of staff * Demonstrated ability to own the full accounting cycle and close independently * Strong GAAP knowledge and experience with financial statement preparation * Experience with inventory-intensive businesses (apparel, consumer goods, or retail preferred) * Proficiency with ERP systems; NetSuite experience required * Advanced Excel skills and comfort with financial modeling Preferred * Experience in licensed apparel, wholesale, or consumer products * Familiarity with supply chain finance concepts, including payment terms optimization and vendor management * Background supporting or leading ERP migrations or system consolidations * Experience working with retail accounts and understanding of retail compliance requirements What We Offer * Competitive salary commensurate with experience * High-visibility role with direct access to senior leadership and meaningful impact on company direction * Collaborative, values-driven culture built on Going Above & Beyond, Serving Others, Growth & Improvement, and Kindness & Respect * Opportunity to build and refine financial infrastructure at a growing brand company * Hybrid work environment