Controller

Controller | Strategic Finance & Leadership Salary: $100,000-$130,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications Location: Bismarck, ND Lead Beyond the Numbers At ECKROTH MUSIC, we're looking for a Controller who wants to do more than oversee the books. This is a hands‑on leadership opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys partnering with executives, improving business operations, and helping shape the future of a growing, multi‑location company. You'll serve as a key member of our leadership team, providing strategic financial guidance while overseeing accounting operations, forecasting cash flow, and supporting company‑wide decision‑making. If you're a collaborative leader who combines strong technical accounting skills with business insight, we'd love to hear from you. Behind every instrument is a student learning, growing, and discovering something new—and behind that is a team committed to supporting that journey. Your work will help drive both our business success and our mission. What You'll Do Lead the company's accounting and financial reporting functions Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process Ensure accurate, timely financial statements and reporting Develop and maintain financial forecasts, budgets, and long‑term projections Manage cash flow, liquidity planning, and forecasting within a leasing‑based business model Build integrated forecasts across the income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow Strengthen internal controls, accounting processes, and operational efficiencies Partner with executive leadership to provide financial analysis and strategic recommendations Support store operations with meaningful financial insights and performance metrics Provide leadership and oversight for the Accounting, HR, and IT teams Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance CPA strongly preferred 7+ years of progressive accounting leadership experience Experience managing accounting functions within a multi‑location organization Background supporting businesses with multiple revenue streams, including leasing, sales, and inventory Strong understanding of financial reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow management Ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights Proven leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop teams Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills Experience in a privately held company or ESOP environment is a plus Why Join ECKROTH MUSIC? Competitive salary of $100,000-$130,000 per year Opportunity to influence company strategy and long‑term growth Executive leadership role with visibility across the organization Collaborative, team‑oriented culture Stable, growing company with multiple locations Meaningful work supporting music education and communities throughout the region If you’re ready to bring strategic financial leadership to an organization where your expertise will make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today! To learn more or submit your application, please visit: ECKROTH MUSIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). #J-18808-Ljbffr