Controller - Ashley | The Wellsville Group : Job Details

The Wellsville Group - Ashley

Controller – Olean, NY

The Wellsville Group is a successful Ashley licensee that operates throughout Western & Central New York (Buffalo to Syracuse & the southern tier), throughout Northeast Ohio (Cleveland suburbs, Akron & Canton) & Central Pennsylvania (Johnstown & Altoona). With a total of 20 retail stores, 6 distribution centers & a customer service center, The Wellsville Group ranks nationally as a top 10 Ashley licensee group. Daily we strive to embody our vision to Delight our guests, turn houses into homes & change lives for the better, together.

Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting:

• Oversee the preparation of financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement) on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
• Ensure all financial reporting is accurate, timely, and complies with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the coordination and preparation of year-end audits and liaise with external auditors.

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Collaborate with ownership and department heads to develop the annual budget and ongoing financial forecasts.
• Provide financial analysis and support to management.

Internal Controls & Compliance:

• Design, implement, and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Oversee adherence to tax, legal, and regulatory requirements at both the federal and state levels.

General Ledger & Accounting Operations:

• Supervise all general ledger activity, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, inventory management, and cash flow.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of all financial transactions, reconciliations, and accounting processes.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are met.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Manage and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and operational efficiency.

Strategic Financial Leadership:

• Provide insights on financial trends, risks, and opportunities to support decision-making at the executive level.
• Assist in the development of long-term financial strategies aligned with the company's business goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role (preferably in retail or a similar industry)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
• Experience with financial software and Excel
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Preferred Skills:

• 401K administration
• Sales tax filing
• State and Federal quarterly reports
• ADP payroll software
• Experience working with financial institutions
• Experience with third party lenders, and credit card processors
• Retail industry experience, including inventory accounting and multi-location operations
• Experience working with external auditors and managing audits
• Familiarity with tax compliance and reporting in a retail environment

Pay range: $70,000-90,000 + bonus opportunity