Controller

1/11/2026

The Controller will manage and lead the accounting department, overseeing accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and financial statements. They will also assess accounting processes, identify issues, and collaborate with departments to ensure financial accuracy.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

About The Company

“Revolution is part of my style and a part of good business. I dream something, and then I go build it.” – Steele Founded by serial entrepreneur and investor Steele Smiley in 2021, STEELE BRANDS® is focused on building best-in-class brands with health and wellness at their core. Current entities in the portfolio include made-from-scratch, fast-casual restaurants CRISP & GREEN® and PURALIMA®. STEELE BRANDS® combines world-class hospitality, a commitment to its community and most importantly, an exceptional product, with the goal to provide its customers with a 100% authentic and positive experience, every time. With hundreds of employees in 15 states and counting, STEELE BRANDS® is continuously seeking service-minded and wellness-driven people to join the team. More than just a founder and franchiser of great brands, Steele has served as Chairman of the Board and controlling shareholder of his numerous companies including Crisp & Green and STEELE Fitness. Under his leadership as Chief Officer of Lift Brands, a global wellness company that built and managed multiple fitness concepts. the company added over 1000 units in over 20 countries. At the time of his departure in 2017, Lift Brands was the largest privately held wellness franchisor in the world with over 2500 locations in 25 countries. Over the past decade, Steele has been called a Chief Executive Officer, Entrepreneur, Investor, Board Member, Creative Director, Founder, Chairman and Builder of Brands Worldwide – but most importantly, a people-person, team-player and caring leader with an overwhelming desire to make a difference wherever he goes. Having successfully worn all the hats, Steele is a seasoned executive that has conducted business all over the globe with expertise ranging from building world-class brands to building world-class teams; from investment banking to international development; from transforming businesses to transforming lives in many different industries.

About the Role

Description

The successful candidate will operate in a fast-paced environment, lead the accounting function, and play a critical role in the company's financial leadership, with oversight of AR, AP, Payroll and monthly financials. The Controller will be self-motivated, manage deadlines, problem-solve, and create processes as needed.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Manage and lead the accounting department, including accounts payable and receivable, sales and use tax, billings & collections, and payroll
Complete the month-end and year-end closing of financial statements and general ledger analysis
Reconcile restaurant inventory and provide feedback/recommendations to operations and supply chain
Assess and analyze the company's accounting processes, identify issues, and delegate them to the appropriate staff to address
Identify financial issues and challenges proactively, assessing their perceived severity to prioritize appropriately, and present and/or implement solutions
Accountable for all financials and statements, month-end reconciliations and schedules, as well as comprehensive documentation and upkeep of all related policies and procedures
Coordinate and prepare internal and external financial statements
Evaluate accounting and internal control systems, identifying any issues and/or discrepancies, and implementing corrective remedies
Collaborate with all departments to ensure the accuracy of the financial statements
Provide support in the creation of the annual budget, forecasts, and monthly results reporting
Provide ad hoc analysis to leadership

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or another business-related field
CPA preferred, not required
10+ years of progressive accounting experience
Proven leadership skills with the ability to delegate, coach, and motivate employees.
Background or understanding of inventory beneficial
Self-starter with efficient time management, ability to prioritize, and organizational skills
Experience working in a dynamic and changing company environment
Comprehensive knowledge of GAAP and month-end closings
Strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written, and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations

Key Skills

AccountingLeadershipTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsGAAPFinancial AnalysisCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProblem SolvingBudgetingPayrollAccounts PayableAccounts ReceivableInventory ManagementInternal ControlsPresentation Skills