Controller

(ISSA) International Sports Sciences Association

7d•Remote

About The Position

As the Controller at ISSA, reporting to the CFO, you will be responsible for the oversight of all accounting and accounting operational activities. As a hands-on yet strategic leader, you will oversee the day-to-day accounting operations while developing processes and utilizing technology to improve the accuracy and efficiency of the accounting cycle. You will partner with organizational leaders to drive implementation of new projects and ensure financial compliance across the organization.

Requirements

10+ years of relevant, progressive experience required, with 2+ years of experience as a Controller
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and CPA required, MBA a plus
Strong understanding of GAAP and IFRS
Demonstrated ability to leverage technology to improve processes
Experience managing financial systems selection and implementation/integration
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to clearly communicate with different levels in the organization
Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial audiences
Strong work ethic and a high sense of urgency are required
Must be a self-starter and able to work independently
Self-starter who is intellectually curious and not afraid to seek out projects independently
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

3+ years of experience in public accounting with a “Big 8” firm, ideally in audit, preferred
Experience in an eCommerce business environment with a deep understanding of performance marketing preferred
Experience with Private Equity ownership and M&A Transactions preferred
Experience with Microsoft Power BI, Jet Reports, and Microsoft Dynamics Business Central is a plus
Passion for health, fitness, nutrition, or personal training is a definite plus!

Responsibilities

Develop team structure and roles required to support the accounting and accounting operations needs of the entire organization. Build Job Descriptions and related plans and work with Recruitment to fill open roles, as needed.
Champion a culture of innovation and creativity to automate and find efficiencies and scalability opportunities
Leadership and management of a high-performing team with focus on individual development, efficient prioritization, and delivery of high-quality output while meeting key deadlines
Manage the accounting close processes and consolidations to meet internal and external deadlines
Prepare financials in both GAAP and Bookings basis for internal and external audiences, meeting internal and external deadlines
Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with GAAP standards, regulatory requirements, and lender covenants
Coordinate and manage the annual audit and tax prep engagements and related required reporting
Ensure and document appropriate internal controls and separation of duties
Oversee cash management functions, treasury, and daily banking
Maintain annual and 13-Week Cash Forecast and provide insights into variances between actual and forecast
Oversee the Accounts Payable Function, including vendor management, 1099 reporting, accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments, and employee expense reports
Oversee management of corporate credit card programs
Oversee Accounts Receivable function as related to non-standard contracts
Manage sales tax automation software
Oversee Sales Tax Analysis and Assessment
Guide the implementation and setup of ongoing registrations for all required tax filings, including income and payroll
Design a process for continued monitoring and compliance with new tax and business registration requirements.
Coordinate and manage annual income tax engagement
Oversee accuracy and timeliness of all payroll-related filings, regulations, and compliance items
Partner with the Technology team to design new processes across the order-to-cash phase of accounting to align with new technology solutions, up to and including identification of a new ERP
Decrease days to close from 8 to 3
Utilize technology to automate reconciliations, entries, and reporting
Enhance efficiencies related to GAAP ASC 606 Revenue Recognition methodology and processes
Provide strategic, implementation, and due diligence support related to M&A targets
Migrate ownership of payroll function from HR to Finance and oversee payroll administration function

Benefits

Free Certifications
Exclusive discounts on leading products in the fitness industry
Enroll up to 5 friends/family members each year in our courses...FOR FREE!
Health & Wellness Reimbursement up to $50/month…$600/year
3 weeks of PTO each year...accrued on a bi-weekly basis!
9 paid national holidays every year...PLUS 1 floating holiday!
Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for eligible employees giving birth
Up to 6 weeks of paid bonding leave for other parents welcoming a new child
2 medical insurance plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA) options
Dental and Vision coverage
Monthly schedule of virtual team activities, town halls, brown bag lunches, and other special events
Leadership training
Coaching/mentoring opportunities
Cross-functional collaboration on special projects and initiatives
Monthly work-from-home allowance
401(k) company match
100% company-paid life/AD&D insurance/short-term disability
Employee assistance program