What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at St. Bernard Sports?
Description
Key Responsibilities
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Benefits
The Controller will serve as the head of accounting and financial reporting for Saint Bernard, playing a critical role in the company’s continued growth. This individual will own the integrity of the general ledger, lead month-end and year-end close processes, manage the accounting team, and provide timely and accurate financial statements to ownership. The ideal candidate thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced retail environment and brings a strong mix of technical accounting expertise and business partnership skills.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close
- Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process across all store locations and e-commerce
- Prepare and present accurate, timely financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) with store-level detail
- Ensure GAAP compliance across all financial reporting; manage external audit and tax preparation relationships
- Develop and maintain P&L reporting in the company’s preferred format (TY/LY by store, % of revenue, GP/NOI highlights)
General Ledger & Accounting Operations
- Maintain the integrity of the general ledger, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory accounting, and intercompany transactions
- Oversee payroll processing and ensure accurate recording of compensation, benefits, and related accruals
- Manage sales tax compliance across all Texas locations and upcoming new markets
- Establish and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accuracy of financial records
Cash Management & Treasury
- Monitor daily cash position across all bank accounts; manage cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning
- Coordinate with banking partners on credit facilities, covenant compliance reporting, and debt service requirements
- Oversee vendor payment cycles and optimize working capital management
Budgeting & Analysis
- Partner with ownership to build annual budgets and rolling forecasts at the store and department level
- Provide variance analysis and actionable insights on revenue, margins, inventory, and operating expenses
- Support financial modeling for strategic initiatives including new store openings, partnership structures, and capital investments
- Analyze cash margin performance and profitability by channel (retail vs. e-commerce) and by vendor/brand
Team Leadership & Systems
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team; build processes that scale with the company’s growth
- Serve as the primary finance system administrator; optimize use of existing ERP/POS/inventory systems
- Collaborate with the retail analytics and buying teams to ensure alignment between financial and operational data
- Drive continuous improvement in reporting, automation, and overall accounting efficiency
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPA designation (active or inactive)
- 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including 3 years in a Controller or senior accounting leadership role
- Strong technical accounting skills and thorough understanding of GAAP
- Retail industry experience, ideally in a multi-location, inventory-intensive environment
- Hands-on leader comfortable operating at both strategic and transactional levels
- Excellent proficiency with Excel and financial reporting tools and Quickbooks Online
Preferred
- Experience in specialty retail, luxury/premium brands, or apparel
- Familiarity with retail POS systems, inventory management platforms, and data analytics tools
- Experience with multi-state sales tax compliance and new market expansion
- Background supporting M&A, partnership transactions, or complex capital structures
- Exposure to e-commerce accounting including digital marketing spend analysis and channel profitability
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
- Opportunity to serve as a key member of the leadership team at a high-growth specialty retailer
- Direct partnership with ownership on strategic financial decisions
- Dynamic, entrepreneurial culture with a passion for the outdoor lifestyle
- Employee discounts on premium ski and outdoor apparel
- Childcare Reimbursements
- Pet Adoption reimbursements
Salary : $140,000 - $150,000