Controller

Good American is the first fully inclusive fashion brand that celebrates all dimensions of female power. Offering quality, style, and substance in every size — 00-32, we are committed to challenging industry norms by empowering all women to feel sexy and confident no matter their size or shape. The brand was launched in October 2016, by Emma Grede and Khloé Kardashian, to empower all women to celebrate their bodies with confidence by offering high-quality designs in all sizes. What started as the largest denim launch in history, has evolved into an iconic and inclusive fashion line of denim, ready-to-wear, swim, and accessories.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Controller to lead our accounting operations. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the company’s financial operations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, and maintaining financial integrity. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities with experience in apparel or consumer products, and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Reports into CFO

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and tax compliance.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, providing clear insights to senior leadership.
• Develop and implement internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate inventory and COGS reporting.
• Partner with FP&A to support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and compliance reporting.
• Optimize and scale accounting systems, processes, and team structure in alignment with company growth.
• Manage and mentor the accounting team by fostering professional development and ensuring high levels of performance and accuracy. Provide training, coaching and timely feedback to the team

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a manager/leadership role; previous experience in a Controller role preferred.
• A track record of progressively increasing management responsibilities including building and growing a team and developing leaders from within the organization.
• Experience with e-commerce/retail, consumer goods and inventory highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of inventory accounting, cost accounting, and retail/e-commerce financials.