Vice President, Corporate Controller

John Paul Mitchell Systems • Santa Clarita, CA

77d • $190,000 - $210,000

About The Position

The Vice President, Corporate Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, cost control, and compliance with regulations. This role plays a critical part in managing cost accounting, inventory valuation, budgeting and financial planning, and insights to drive operational efficiency and profitability. Additionally, the incumbent will assist executive leadership and other users in making educated economic decisions.

Requirements

• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Strong understanding of GAAP, including cost accounting and inventory management
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and manage a team of direct reports
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems serving as subject matter expert in system maintenance and enhancements (Microsoft D365 F&O preferred)
• Proven ability to analyze cost structures, evaluate variances, and translate data into meaningful business recommendations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Power BI
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, etc.)
• Working knowledge of AI technologies (Co-Pilot, ChatGPT, etc.) and e-commerce platform reporting (Shopify)
• Advanced knowledge of payroll processing
• Advanced knowledge of travel and expense reporting and sales tax programs
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive financial discipline and demonstrate an ability to pivot in a dynamic environment

Nice To Haves

• Self-starter and thrives in a fast-paced environment with minimal guidance
• Comfortable wearing many hats and moving fluidly between tasks
• Utilize relevant industry jargon and terminology consistently in both verbal and written communications
• Act and propose new ideas and solutions before asked
• You are positive, upbeat, and friendly—with a can-do attitude and a knack for solving problems
• Self-described beauty enthusiast, passionate about hair care

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor accounting staff to support professional growth and departmental efficiency
• Collaborate with all other departments across the company to provide financial insights to optimize efficiencies, create operating processes and support strategic decision making
• Lead and manage the Accounting Department, including General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Employee Expense Reporting, and month-end and year-end close
• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory requirements
• Support ERP system improvements and financial system enhancements
• Prepare and oversee timely, accurate financial statements, including, but not limited to, income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports
• Ensure payroll manager is able to process semi-monthly payroll by collaborating with department heads to ensure compliance with JPMS policies and procedures
• Lead annual budgeting process, and support forecasting, and long-term financial planning efforts
• Analyze variances and provide recommendations for corrective actions
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets
• Work with external auditors, tax professionals, bankers and regulatory agencies
• Support ACH and other ad-hoc payroll support needs for payments

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retirement savings plans and company match
• Paid family leave
• Education-related programs
• Paid holidays
• Discretionary vacation time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees