About Zumiez:

At Zumiez, we're not just a retailer; we're a cultural hub for young men and women who express their individuality through action sports, streetwear, and unique lifestyles. With over 700 stores globally, we are a leader in specialty apparel, footwear, accessories, and hardgoods. Our mission is to empower our customers to embrace their passions, and we're looking for passionate individuals to join us on this journey of growth and innovation.

Position Overview:

As the Division Controller North America, you will play a pivotal role in leading our North America team consisting of the US, Canada, Puerto Rico and New Business divisions. This role will oversee production of our North America financials, lead our general ledger, accounts payable, leasing, and new business accounting teams as well as play a pivotal role in accounting leadership across the department. As the leader of teams, you will drive a culture of growth and development by collaborating and driving with the team on plans that support the success of employees, customers, and our shareholders. This role will execute our financial processes consistent with the requirements of a publicly traded company while also optimizing operations and tackling new projects that help us grow. As a leader at Zumiez, you will develop partnerships across the Zumiez teams looking for opportunities to enhance our business functions and financials by bringing your financial acumen to benefit of the organization. This role will evaluate, plan, and drive financial results, identify opportunities to do process better. Ideal candidate enjoys a culture of empowerment and has the desire to develop a world class team around them to drive growth both personally and professionally.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee North America financial operations, including US, CA, New Platform, payroll, and accounts payable.
• Collaborate with business partners to analyze financial results and provide insights to leadership.
• Support business owners with meaningful analysis and reporting.
• Be part of business teams that work as a group to solve complex new business initiatives.
• Act as a liaison between accounting and business partners to ensure seamless coordination and emphasis on meeting financial goals and cost center management.
• Lead process improvements and special projects to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop and mentor the North America accounting team, fostering a culture of growth, empowerment and excellence.
• Drive the close process and delivering to our customer timely and accurate financials.
• Provide oversight and leadership to payroll operations with an emphasis on being customer centric while balancing compliance.
• Provide oversight and leadership to Accounts Payables with focus on supporting our brands, business partners and an eye for driving efficiency in process.
• Support internal and external audit teams and ensure compliance with SOX, statutory, and GAAP requirements.
• Collaborate with the other accounting teams Treasury Department, Tax Department, Internal Audit and SEC Reporting to bring entire financial picture together.

Qualifications:

• 10 years preferred of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or related fields, with a focus on team leadership and project management.
• CPA certification and a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial systems, risk management, and process improvement.
• Experience in the retail industry is preferred but not required.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, drive process efficiencies, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Innovative mindset with a track record of driving change and improvement initiatives.

Benefits:

• Job Title: Divisional Controller, North America
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Department: 821-Accounting
• Reports To: Corporate Controller
• Location: In-Office at Lynnwood Home Office
• Base Salary range: $160K - $180K
• Qualifies for annual equity grant
• Qualifies for annual bonus program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• 401(k) with potential for meaningful match
• Dental, vision, and health insurance
• Paid time off and flexible schedule options
• Employee assistance program

Join us at Zumiez and be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth. If you're ready to take on new challenges and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you!

About Zumiez:

At Zumiez, we're not just a retailer; we're a cultural hub for young men and women who express their individuality through action sports, streetwear, and unique lifestyles. With over 700 stores globally, we are a leader in specialty apparel, footwear, accessories, and hardgoods. Our mission is to empower our customers to embrace their passions, and we're looking for passionate individuals to join us on this journey of growth and innovation.

Position Overview:

As the Division Controller North America, you will play a pivotal role in leading our North America team consisting of the US, Canada, Puerto Rico and New Business divisions. This role will oversee production of our North America financials, lead our general ledger, accounts payable, leasing, and new business accounting teams as well as play a pivotal role in accounting leadership across the department. As the leader of teams, you will drive a culture of growth and development by collaborating and driving with the team on plans that support the success of employees, customers, and our shareholders. This role will execute our financial processes consistent with the requirements of a publicly traded company while also optimizing operations and tackling new projects that help us grow. As a leader at Zumiez, you will develop partnerships across the Zumiez teams looking for opportunities to enhance our business functions and financials by bringing your financial acumen to benefit of the organization. This role will evaluate, plan, and drive financial results, identify opportunities to do process better. Ideal candidate enjoys a culture of empowerment and has the desire to develop a world class team around them to drive growth both personally and professionally.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee North America financial operations, including US, CA, New Platform, payroll, and accounts payable.
• Collaborate with business partners to analyze financial results and provide insights to leadership.
• Support business owners with meaningful analysis and reporting.
• Be part of business teams that work as a group to solve complex new business initiatives.
• Act as a liaison between accounting and business partners to ensure seamless coordination and emphasis on meeting financial goals and cost center management.
• Lead process improvements and special projects to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop and mentor the North America accounting team, fostering a culture of growth, empowerment and excellence.
• Drive the close process and delivering to our customer timely and accurate financials.
• Provide oversight and leadership to payroll operations with an emphasis on being customer centric while balancing compliance.
• Provide oversight and leadership to Accounts Payables with focus on supporting our brands, business partners and an eye for driving efficiency in process.
• Support internal and external audit teams and ensure compliance with SOX, statutory, and GAAP requirements.
• Collaborate with the other accounting teams Treasury Department, Tax Department, Internal Audit and SEC Reporting to bring entire financial picture together.

Qualifications:

• 10 years preferred of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or related fields, with a focus on team leadership and project management.
• CPA certification and a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial systems, risk management, and process improvement.
• Experience in the retail industry is preferred but not required.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, drive process efficiencies, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Innovative mindset with a track record of driving change and improvement initiatives.

Benefits:

• Job Title: Divisional Controller, North America
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Department: 821-Accounting
• Reports To: Corporate Controller
• Location: In-Office at Lynnwood Home Office
• Base Salary range: $160K - $180K
• Qualifies for annual equity grant
• Qualifies for annual bonus program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• 401(k) with potential for meaningful match
• Dental, vision, and health insurance
• Paid time off and flexible schedule options
• Employee assistance program

Join us at Zumiez and be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth. If you're ready to take on new challenges and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you!