Controller

Remote role Full-time Open position

Patina Stores is now employee-owned! As a thriving lifestyle brand, we have expanded to eight locations across the Minneapolis/St. Paul Twin Cities metro area. We specialize in curated home décor, jewelry, fragrance, stationery, gifts, and toys, all within an inspiring and ever-evolving retail environment.

The name Patina reflects our belief that the products we showcase bring joy and meaning over time. We emphasize sustainability, quality, and affordability while celebrating the beauty in everyday objects. Our brand is defined by the taglines “Objects that improve with age” and “Accessories for a good life.”

Position

We are seeking a Controller to lead and oversee financial operations, reporting, and strategic planning. This role is critical in ensuring financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth. The Controller will collaborate closely with Teamshares (parent company), the onsite bookkeeper, store leadership, and external partners to maintain strong financial controls and reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting:

Lead general ledger, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting functions.

Maintain accurate and timely financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports at both store and consolidated levels.

Prepare financial analyses to assess store performance, profitability, product movement, and trends.

Collaborate with leadership on strategic financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and operational improvements.

Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and financial best practices.

Assist with year-end audit requests from KPMG (Teamshares-level).

Accounting Operations:

Oversee A/R, A/P, billing, inventory accounting, fixed assets, and revenue recognition.

Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and accruals.

Document and enhance financial policies, processes, and controls to improve efficiency.

Risk Management & Compliance:

Develop and implement internal control policies.

Ensure compliance with sales tax, payroll, and HR-related financial requirements.[AN3]

Identify financial risks and opportunities to support business growth.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

CPA preferred, but not required.

5+ years of experience in accounting and financial reporting.

Experience in inventory accounting is a must.

Proficiency in QuickBooks and familiarity with ERP, payroll, and POS systems.

Strong knowledge of accrual accounting and US GAAP.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.

Highly organized, analytical, and detail-oriented with a problem-solving mindset.

Ability to work independently while collaborating with multiple stakeholders.

Enthusiastic, adaptable, and eager to take initiative and drive process improvements.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Employee-ownership equity stake in Patina Stores

401K with 3% company match

Paid time off & holiday pay

Join us at Patina Stores and be part of an employee-owned company where your expertise and leadership will directly contribute to our success!

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