ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

Micro Electronics•Hilliard, OH

20d

About The Position

MICRO CENTER is the nation's leading computer and electronic device big box retailer! Our technology superstore has an industry-leading 40,000+ selection of premier computer products and the most knowledgeable staff in the business. Passion, Energy & Commitment describe life at Micro Center. We are passionate about customer service and developing long-term customer relationships. We are looking for those that are committed to these same values. We are a rapidly growing, performance-driven organization with a strong commitment to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and financial discipline. We are expanding our finance leadership team and seeking an Assistant Controller who can support a sophisticated, enterprise-level finance function. POSITION SUMMARY The Assistant Controller will play a critical role in managing the accounting operations of a complex, high-growth organization. This role partners closely with the VP of Finance/Controller, and executive leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and streamlined accounting processes. The ideal candidate brings Big 4 public accounting experience, hands-on operational accounting exposure in a mid-to-large private company environment (>$500M), and proven proficiency with modern financial ERP systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.
Big 4 public accounting experience (audit or advisory).
5-10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles in a company of at least $500M in revenue.
Strong working knowledge of GAAP , internal controls, and consolidated financial reporting.
Hands-on experience with finance ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalent).
Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced, multi-entity, high-volume environment.
Excellent analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a company transitioning through rapid growth, system integrations, or process modernization.
Strong project management skills and comfort managing multiple priorities.
Experience mentoring or developing accounting staff.

Responsibilities

Oversee month-end and quarter-end close processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP.
Support preparation and review of financial statements, management reports, and audit schedules.
Strengthen and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and operational workflows.
Lead or support special projects including system implementations, process automation, financial integrations, and reporting enhancements.
Partner with FP&A, operations, and executive teams to ensure transparency and alignment across the business.
Manage and mentor accounting team members, cultivating a high-performance and continuous-improvement environment.
Liaise with external auditors and support annual audit process.
Analyze and resolve complex accounting issues, ensuring compliance with technical standards.
Oversee Tax department and filling of Corporate taxes including K-1's.