[Hiring] Senior Controller @EWC Growth

Role Description

Here at EWC Growth, we are building a culture of servant leaders who celebrate all employees with compassion at the forefront of their minds -- that's where you come in. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Senior Controller will oversee our entire finance team across accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance for our high-growth company of 52 centers (& counting!). This role ensures the integrity of financial information, supports in-center & corporate operations, and provides actionable insights to drive profitability and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in retail accounting and multi-state revenue environments (brick-and-mortar), along with strong leadership and process optimization skills.

• Financial Reporting & Accounting Operations
  • Lead all accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and inventory accounting
  • Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Prepare and review consolidated financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Ensure accurate revenue recognition across all centers
  • Develop and maintain accounting policies and procedures
• Inventory & Retail Accounting
  • Oversee inventory accounting, valuation, reserves, and cost of goods sold
  • Support new store openings and retail expansion initiatives with financial oversight
• Internal Controls & Compliance
  • Establish and maintain strong internal control frameworks
  • Establish annual business insurance renewals and assist with 401k management
  • Ensure compliance with sales tax, payroll tax, and other regulatory requirements
  • Coordinate annual audits and serve as primary liaison with external auditors
  • Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis
  • Partner with FP&A on budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Conduct weekly cash forecasting, along with Loan Reporting & Covenant Calculations
  • Provide variance analysis and performance insights to executive leadership
  • Develop KPIs for retail productivity, inventory turnover, and margin performance
  • Support strategic initiatives including new product launches and promotional campaigns
• Systems & Process Improvement
  • Optimize ERP and retail systems to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency
  • Lead automation and process improvement initiatives
  • Ensure proper integration between POS and accounting systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required
• 6+ years in a Controller or Senior Controller role with 3+ years managing a team
• Multi-unit experience overseeing a minimum of 40 locations required; retail or beauty experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of multi-state environments
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Rippling, or similar HRIS platforms)
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with retail/POS integrations
• Proven ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Benefits

• Base salary range of $140,000-$160,000 + bonus
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA & HSA Accounts
• Complementary Waxing & Product Discounts