Assistant Controller

If you're looking for a purpose and not just a job, join the Smoothie King team and turn your purpose into a fulfilling passion! We're not just the pioneers of the nutritional smoothie; we're the champions of inspiring people to live a healthy and active lifestyle. With over 1300 stores and counting, we've grown to become the largest nutritional smoothie bar in the nation, with a simple recipe for success: Hire the best people, use the best ingredients, and blend with a purpose. At Smoothie King, we're serious about our clean ingredients and passionate about our guests' health and wellness journeys—but that doesn't mean we don't know how to have a good time. Here, you'll find work that's equal parts challenging and rewarding, all within a culture that's as amazing as our smoothies. We're committed to continuous improvement, achieving our goals, and fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. Overview The Assistant Controller is a key member of our accounting team who helps drive the growth and success of our brand through high-quality financial operations and reporting. This position supports the Controller/CFO in overseeing accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance with regulatory standards. The role partners in identifying and implementing technology, automation, and artificial intelligence solutions that improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and enhance business insights across the accounting function. Continuously evaluate accounting processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls. Identify, implement, and optimize automation and artificial intelligence tools that support accounting, reporting, reconciliation, and financial close activities. Leverage technology and data analytics to improve decision-making, reporting accuracy, and operational effectiveness within the accounting function. Establish appropriate governance, review processes, and documentation standards for AI-assisted work to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, data security, and audit readiness. Stay informed on emerging accounting technologies and recommend practical applications that support business objectives while maintaining strong financial controls. Responsibilities Expert knowledge of accounting and financial principles, regulations, and best practices. Excellent understanding of governmental guidelines and tax laws that affect the brand. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills. Ability to evaluate technology solutions and leverage automation tools to improve efficiency and accuracy. Ability to critically review AI-generated analyses, reports, and recommendations while maintaining appropriate professional judgment. Understanding of data privacy, confidentiality, and controls related to financial information and AI-assisted processes. Highly organized with keen attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and accounting software systems. Collaboration and teamwork skills. Promote the culture, values, and mission of Smoothie King. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or related field. CMA or CPA certification, preferred. 10+ years of progressive experience with strong accounting skills. Demonstrated deep knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Co-op governance. Complex cash management experience required by leveraging multi-channels. Sales tax management experience in multi-states. Tax management experience specifically for inventory, retail, or consumer packaged goods is preferred. Experience leveraging automation, artificial intelligence, business intelligence, or advanced analytics tools to improve accounting, financial reporting, or operational processes is preferred. Must demonstrate exceptional proficiency in Excel. Experience with Access is a plus. Must have experience with ERP systems, Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus. Personal passion for health and fitness is a plus. What We Offer Join our team and enjoy an unusually fun work environment with an upbeat atmosphere and great team members. It is our purpose to maintain an environment our team members can brag about, where our focus and belief are built on our core values: We Are Better Together, We Keep Evolving, We Live Our Mission, We Do the Right Thing, and We Focus and Finish. With our core values at the forefront of every decision we make, it allows for collaboration, passion, and a no-limits mindset when it comes to your future! We keep our team happy with our great benefits package, free smoothies, flexible work schedules, office lunches and parties, monthly fitness challenges, free gym access, and more fun activities to make Smoothie King a happy and healthy place to work. Our Mission Inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle. Our Vision We make the world a better place by nourishing healthy habits. At Smoothie King, when we say inspire people, we mean everyone. We champion a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the guests we serve. We blend the unique members of our brand, celebrating what is both common and different to grow better together and Rule the Day. The foundation of our diversity efforts is closely tied to our core values, which includes "We Are Better Together" and "We Do the Right Thing". We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, or medical condition or disability. 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