Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller (on-site at Corporate in Pelham, AL) Join our team as an Assistant Controller and take a lead role in strengthening the financial foundation behind Gabriella White's continued growth. This position works closely with the Chief Financial Officer and Controller, taking ownership of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls, while directly supervising our Accounts Payable team. You will be a key partner in keeping our financial systems accurate, compliant, and moving at the pace of a growing business. If you enjoy sharp analysis, confident leadership, and building trust across departments, this is the role for you. Who We Are Gabriella White is home to our family of brands - Gabby and Summer Classics. We are growing in all areas of the business and are proud to be family-owned and operated since 1987. Together, we furnish life's best moments, from the every day to the exceptional. We are united by our vision as well as our collective spirit and our culture is shaped by our core values: D edication - E nthusiasm - S ynergy - I ntegrity - G oal-Oriented - N imble, or simply put DESIGN . As a premier innovator, manufacturer, and retailer of luxury furniture and accessories, our brands are loved by designers and design-minded consumers for creating timeless outdoor living and transitional, eclectic furniture and accessories for every part of the home. We're always looking for talented people to join our team and grow together. What We Offer Competitive health, dental, and vision plans. 401(k) plan with match after 12 months. Sick, vacation, holiday, and parental time off. Employee Assistance Program and Chaplain Services to support mental and emotional well-being. Generous Employee Product Purchase discount. What You Do Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards and regulatory requirements. Maintain strong internal controls and safeguard the accuracy of financial transactions across the organization. Support audit and tax activities to ensure timely, cost-effective completion. Analyze financial data and prepare accurate weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports. Assist with the annual budgeting and planning process, comparing financial plans to actual results to identify, explain, and correct variances. Lead efforts to strengthen internal communication across all levels of the organization, fostering a positive and supportive work environment. Oversee the Accounts Payable function, ensuring accurate, timely processing and strong cash control. Establish and maintain systems and controls that verify the integrity of all financial data and processes. Manage lease balances using LeaseQuery software and process manual check refunds to customers by request. Perform data analysis, and prepare, process, and review journal entries and reports. How Your Success Is Measured Days to close the monthly financial books. Accuracy and timeliness of commissions accrual, prepaid amortization, and lease entries. Timely completion of monthly expense reporting to departments and business units. What You Bring Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required; CPA or CMA certification preferred. Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in the accounting and/or finance function for a major company, or division of a large company. Demonstrated knowledge of accounting standards and practices, paired with proven leadership skills. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Highly organized, detail- and goal-oriented, with the ability to work under deadlines. Excellent critical thinking, data analysis, and problem-solving skills. Advanced computer skills, including intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Excel, and Word; ERP system experience preferred. Proficient using general office equipment including desktop, telephone, printer, copier, fax, and scanner. #J-18808-Ljbffr