Senior Vice President Accounting / Controller

John Paul Mitchell Systems ("JPMS") is recognized worldwide for developing and marketing innovative hair and skin care products since 1980. We've been serving the professional beauty industry with salon-quality hair care products, styling tools and professional hair color through our family of brands including Paul Mitchell, MITCH, Awapuhi Wild Ginger, Tea Tree, Paul Mitchell Tools, Neuro, The Demi, Paul Mitchell the color, Blonde, and Color XG.

We were the first professional hair care company to take a stand against animal testing and continue our strong commitment to giving back, supporting a wide range of philanthropic causes both domestically and internationally. Sustainability has always been a priority, and we are committed to making our company operations climate neutral to preserve the beauty of the world around us.

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. The ideal candidate lives in a commutable distance to our Santa Clarita, CA office and to occasionally go to our Santa Monica Office.

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

Accounting & Payroll Oversight

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

Strong time management skills and able to act with a sense of urgency

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.)

and e-commerce platform reporting (Shopify)

Advanced knowledge of payroll processing

Advanced knowledge of travel and expense reporting and sales tax programs

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive financial discipline and demonstrate an ability to pivot in a dynamic environment

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required

Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant required

15+ years in progressive accounting roles, with :

o 3+ years in public accounting required

7+ years in a leadership role managing and developing people

Discretionary Bonus Plan : This position is also eligible for participation in the company discretionary bonus plan, based on personal performance and company results.

In addition to base salary, JPMS offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees, including 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, and more.