Controller

Piggly Wiggly Food/Fresh For Less and Affiliated Companies•Tallahassee, FL

47d•$85,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

McDaniel Family Services a dynamic and growing company seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations for a growing 14-store grocery chain across multiple locations. This role is hands-on and strategic, responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and supporting ownership with accurate, timely financial insights. The ideal candidate has multi-unit retail or grocery experience, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable balancing operational details with big-picture financial strategy.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
7+ years of progressive accounting experience
Multi-unit retail or grocery experience strongly preferred
Strong understanding of inventory accounting and margin analysis
Experience with payroll accounting and multi-entity structures
Advanced Excel skills

Nice To Haves

CPA or CPA-track
Experience with Sage Intacct or similar ERP
Grocery, convenience store, or high-volume retail background
Experience supporting growth, acquisitions, or new store openings

Responsibilities

Oversee all accounting functions for 14 store entities and related management companies
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Manage period-end close (including accruals, prepaid expenses, inventory adjustments, and intercompany entries)
Ensure accurate store-level P&Ls and consolidated reporting
Assist ownership with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
Oversee AP, AR, payroll accounting, and bank reconciliations
Review and monitor inventory accounting, shrink, and margin analysis
Ensure proper expense classification and consistency across stores
Support store managers and operations with financial data and reporting
Coordinate payroll accounting across multiple locations and states
Ensure compliance with sales tax, payroll tax, and other regulatory filings
Strengthen internal controls and financial processes
Support audits, lender reporting, and insurance requirements
Work within and optimize accounting systems (e.g., Sage Intacct, POS integrations, payroll systems)
Improve workflows, reporting accuracy, and closing timelines
Partner with IT, HR, and Operations on system upgrades and process changes
Manage and mentor accounting staff
Serve as a financial partner to ownership, operations, and department leaders
Communicate financial results clearly to non-financial stakeholders