Controller

EAST BAY TIRE

A career at East Bay Tire provides a unique opportunity to work in a competitive environment full of challenges and fulfilling growth throughout the East Bay, Central Valley and Northern California. You’ll have the chance to be part of our team to be creative and innovative in your role to meet the demands of an ever-evolving company and economic climate. You’ll be involved in serving our communities, building lasting relationships, and be inspired by the best to grow in your career. Ours teams embrace challenge, we are very tenacious; the tenacity is what feeds our passion to be the best, but in the warehouse, we just call this True Grit.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

While working closely with our Chief Financial Officer the Controller is responsible for leading and managing the accounting team. This is a hands-on position that handles a multitude of accounting duties including preparation of financial statements, flux analysis, management of the general ledger, oversee accounts payable, fixed assets, reconciliations, audit preparation and support of budget and forecast activities. This position requires broad knowledge of accounting and finance to develop and maintain policies and procedures that keep pace with the growth of the company. This person will work collaboratively with all levels of the business including senior management, location managers, purchasing, logistics and sales, as well as external auditors and business partners. This position requires full participation in department initiatives, providing technical training and mentoring to the department members.

DUTIES INCLUDE

• Provide leadership and oversee day-to-day operations of the accounting team
• Perform and manage monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities by ensuring timely, accurate and complete financial records and reporting in accordance with US GAAP, legal requirements, and the Company’s corporate policies
• Prepare and review journal entries, analysis and balance sheet account reconciliations including cash, prepaid expenses, various accruals, company credit card payables and inter-company transactions
• Maintain the Company’s fixed assets records in accordance with its fixed asset capitalization policy, record the monthly fixed asset depreciation, prepare related monthly schedule, and conduct annual inventory count for all the Company’s fixed assets
• Responsible for submitting various business and regulatory filings at the local, state and federal levels including property tax, sales tax (multi-jurisdiction), federal excise tax (FET), business licenses and state waste tire fee.
• Handle the bookkeeping for multiple related entities: retreading operation, logistics and single asset real estate holdings
• Assist in reviewing monthly and quarterly financial statements including trends, flux and variance analysis
• Prepare and review schedules in support of the internal and external audit process
• Provide backup coverage for accounting staff as needed
• Develop a motivated, high performing team that understands its goals and is accountable to them
• Create a sustainable workload allocation process to ensure team is balanced, meeting targets and is responsive
• Develop, implement, and enforce effective accounting policies, procedures and controls while maximizing operational efficiency
• Actively partner with other business operations and departments to build scalable processes and drive best practices.
• Establish and track key metrics related to the close to increase efficiency and drive the evolution of the accounting process
• Flexibility to work on special projects as assigned by management and willingness to work on other duties as defined by company demands

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
• Minimum 8 years of progressive Accounting experience, preferably in commercial distribution industry with at least 3 years of people management experience
• Strong and proven knowledge of accounting processes and GAAP
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Access and Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, etc.) and QuickBooks
• Working knowledge of ERP system especially Microsoft Dynamics Nav a plus
• Dependable, great attitude, highly motivated, self-starter, proactive thinker, team player and strong work ethic with a business owner mindset.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate financial concepts to non-finance people

• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to prioritize and manage a demanding workload involving multiple tasks with competing priorities, responsibilities and tight deadlines with follow-through and minimal supervision
• Self-motivated to establish world class accounting and business practices
• Success in this role is dependent on leadership, organization, collaboration, communication, process improvement and ability to deal with a rapidly changing business environment

LOCATION

This position will work out of our Fairfield, California Corporate location.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, ADD, Life, FSA and DCAP Benefit Options
• Generous 401k with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Annual Employee Christmas Trees, Tax Services, Tailgate and Tickets to events,
• Employee birthdays, mingles and lunches
• You'll have the opportunity to work with great people and make a real impact – while being your unique, authentic, self at work.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY

• We grow together. We believe in supporting all employees with all the resources and tools to be successful. We invest in our people; we learn together, and we grow together. We celebrate OUR people, and we want each employee to have a long career with East Bay Tire.
• We focus on giving people our utmost attention. Building and keeping relationships, going above and beyond, and offering world class service is of utmost importance to each member of our team. We are proud of how we got to here and want to continue to build for our future.
• East Bay Tire promotes a work environment that encourages problem-solving, collaboration, and a culture of growth. We roll up our sleeves, we work together, and we support each other.
• We pride ourselves on having a very diverse team that matches our diverse customer base. WE have an inclusive culture, where different perspectives - professional and personal - are respected and welcomed.
• We pride ourselves on being a fast-paced company that recognizes talent and rewards hard work.
• We offer flexible work hours, a work environment that allows for work/life balance, a family focused approach, and competitive benefits and events that support employee wellness.

PHYSICAL AND/OR MENTAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to:

• Work in an environment where there can be medium to loud noise
• Routinely use computer equipment including monitors, keyboards, etc.
• Frequently sit and stand to perform work, visit offices, attend meetings, and put supplies away, pack boxes or put materials together
• Ability to lift to 35 pounds
• Work flexible/varying schedule to support the team, customers, and deadlines

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. and physically be in the U.S.

East Bay Tire is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected factor.

NOTICE TO RECRUITERS, EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES AND/OR VENDORS

Please note that East Bay Tire does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies or vendors. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, East Bay Tire will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without East Bay Tire’s authorization, East Bay Tire without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of East Bay Tire. Verbal commitments from any East Bay Tire employees will not be considered binding terms. This applies to all East Bay Tire locations and offices. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiters and vendors to know this policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
East Bay Tire is complying with all local, state and CDC guidance on COVID-19. We have a CPP and all employees are well versed in the handling of COVID.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• GAAP: 8 years (Preferred)
• Accounting: 8 years (Required)
• Microsoft Excel: 8 years (Required)
• inventory or distribution accounting: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: One location