Assistant Controller

Description

Assistant Controller

At TireHub we move more than tires – we move businesses forward, support communities, and help keep America rolling. And behind it all? Our people. We call them Hubbers – because they’re at the center of everything we do. From behind the wheel to the warehouse floor, from customer calls to corporate strategy, every Hubber plays a role in something bigger than themselves. And we show up every day ready to say yes – to challenges, to each other, and to getting it done right.

Role Summary:

The Assistant Controller is a strategic partner to the Controller and a critical leader within TireHub's Finance organization, responsible for overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit activities.

This role leads a team of accounting and accounts payable professionals and partners closely with executive leadership, Treasury, FP&A, Tax, Operations, external auditors, and shareholder representatives. The right candidate is a hands-on leader who brings deep technical accounting expertise alongside strong leadership, communication, and business acumen.

We are looking for a proven leader with public accounting experience and a track record of progressive responsibility in industry who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. This position offers significant executive exposure and is viewed as a key succession role within TireHub's Finance organization.

This position reports directly to the Controller.

When you say YES to something bigger:

• Choose your day one benefits which include a no cost health insurance option

• TireHub funded Health Savings Account

• Additional benefit options including TireHub paid short/long term disability and life insurance benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays

• Parental leave programs

• Build your financial future with 401k including TireHub match

• Access to tire discounts, perks, and so much more!

• Enjoy access to the TireHub headquarters location in Ravinia Plaza including free parking, free gym, convenient restaurants, outdoor spaces, special events and more.

The individual must exhibit the following core TireHub commitments:

• Approachable - If a company could smile, we would. Instead, we rely on our people to show it. We care about each other and our customers because we know business only gets done right when people respect each other and value relationships.

• Adventurous - What TireHub is set up to do is intentionally outrageous. So, we readily embrace challenges with the courage to introduce new ideas and the ambition to build something unique.

• Relentless - We tackle our work with energy. We deliver on our commitments with enthusiasm. And we don't give up until we get to the end. 

• Speedy - Speed is the currency in the tire industry. When we commit to a job, we get the job done – and we do it fast. 

Role Specifics:

Leadership & Team Development

• Directly leads, coaches, develops, and evaluates a team of General Ledger Accountants and an Accounts Payable organization.

• Establishes a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, professional development, and operational excellence while recruiting, developing and retaining high-performing talent and maintaining succession plans for key accounting positions.

• Serves as the primary escalation point for complex accounting, operational, and personnel matters.

• Fosters strong cross-functional relationships across Finance, Treasury, FP&A, Tax, IT, Operations, Procurement, and Executive Leadership, influencing organizational decisions through data-driven financial analysis and strategic insight.

• Acts as the Controller’s delegate and representative in executive meetings and business discussions as needed.

Financial Reporting, Technical Accounting & Audit

• Leads monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP, shareholder reporting requirements, and company accounting policies.

• Oversees preparation and review of financial statements and partners with the Controller in preparing presentations and financial analyses for executive leadership and shareholders.

• Researches, documents, and implements technical accounting guidance and emerging accounting standards, driving continuous improvement in accounting policies, procedures, controls, and close processes.

• Leads coordination of the annual external and lender audit activities, serving as the key liaison to ensure timely completion of all requests and deliverables while maintaining an audit-ready accounting operation throughout the year.

Internal Controls & Risk Management

• Designs, implements, monitors internal controls to safeguard company assets, ensure compliance, and promote a strong environment that balances efficiency with business needs.

• Identifies financial, operational, and compliance risks, develops mitigation strategies and leads remediation efforts for audit findings and control deficiencies.

• Supports compliance with shareholder governance requirements and lender reporting obligations.

Cash Management & Controls

• Collaborates closely with Treasury to reconcile and report cash activities. Investigates and resolves accounting discrepancies, and addresses process inefficiencies to promote financial accuracy.

Specialized Accounting Functions

• Oversees lease accounting processes to ensure compliance with ASC 842.

• Leads the in-sourcing of sales, use and property tax reporting from third-party providers.

• Drives improvements in invoice processing, payment accuracy, and vendor management.

Training & Compliance

• Participates and maintains ongoing training requirements through in-class, in-person, or computer-based learning modules, as assigned.

• Complies with all TireHub policies and procedures.

• Completes other tasks assigned by their supervisor or another member of leadership.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required. Master’s degree (MBA or Master’s in Accounting/Finance) is preferred.

• CPA license required and maintained in active status.

• 8-12 years of progressive Accounting or Finance experience, including a combination of public accounting and private industry experience. Previous experience with a Big 4 or nationally recognized public accounting firm strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated success leading accounting teams and developing accounting professionals and building succession for key positions.

• Experience supporting external audits for large or complex organizations required.

• Experience in distribution, logistics, or supply chain environment is a plus.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and applicable regulations as they apply to financial reporting, general ledger structure, and internal controls, and sales, use, and property tax compliance.

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex financial results and data into clear, actionable insights for both finance and non-finance audiences, including executive leadership, auditors, and external business partners.

• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities, set clear expectations, and drive accountability across the team.

• High degree of professionalism, discretion, integrity, and accountability in all interactions and decision-making.

• Demonstrated commitment to developing talent, building high-performing teams, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Proficiency with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems (Epicor preferred) and Visual Lease.

Competencies:

• Business Insight: Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals ​.

• Collaborates : Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives ​.

• Instills Trust : Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity and authenticity ​.

• Manages Ambiguity: Operating effectively, even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear ​.

• Builds Effective Teams: Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals ​.

• Optimizes Work Processes : Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement ​.

• Resourcefulness : Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.

Working Conditions:

• This is a fast-paced and dynamic operating environment.

• Majority of time is spent sitting, constantly viewing monitors in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move around. There may be occasions to move or lift light articles.

• This role is based in our headquarters office in Dunwoody, GA and requires a strong in-person presence.

• Critical periods include month-end, quarter-end, year-end close, and audit cycles.

• Must be able to travel up to 10% for training, conferences, or other company locations as needed.

TireHub will consider the employment of all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. TireHub maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with state and federal law.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

• Effective communication across departments: Expert

• ERP system experience (Epicor preferred): Expert

• Familiarity with accounting procedures: Expert

• Financial reporting, general ledger structure: Expert

• Manage and motivate others variety of roles: Expert

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