Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Welcome to the Funko-verse, a world built on pure imagination, a land governed by the philosophy that stories matter, a universe comprised of characters from countless fandoms, a galaxy of once upon a times and happily ever afters.

Funko is a purveyor of pop culture and licensed-focused collectibles company. Funko currently holds thousands of licenses and the rights to create tens of thousands of characters one of the largest portfolios in the pop culture and collectibles industry. Funko's Pop! Vinyl is the number one stylized vinyl collectible on the market, selling millions of figures to fans around the world.

The Assistant Controller plays a critical leadership role within the accounting organization, supporting the Corporate Controller in managing the company's financial reporting processesincluding external SEC reportingas well as internal SOX controls, compliance activities, and the evaluation of new or evolving technical accounting standards. This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.

You will help drive key accounting initiatives, improve SOX compliant internal controls, and serve as a primary liaison during quarterly and annual audits with our external audit firm. The ideal candidate brings proven public company accounting leadership experience and thrives in a fast paced, high volume, multinational environment.

What You'll Do

• Lead process improvements across domestic and international accounting operations to support SOX 404(b) compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Review monthly P&L results, perform analytical reviews, and oversee account reconciliations.
• Partner with the VP, Corporate Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure strong redundancy and backup coverage for all critical processes.
• Serve as a key leader during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Act as a primary point of contact for external auditors and assist with the management of quarterly and annual audit processes.
• Identify issues proactively, implement scalable solutions, and drive process efficiencies across the accounting function.
• Support the Controller in strengthening operational efficiencies, documenting processes, and enhancing internal controls.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to provide ad-hoc financial analysis that supports business decision-making and operational strategy.

What You'll Bring

• Strong quantitative and qualitative problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate alternatives and make objective recommendations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management capabilities, with the ability to prioritize and complete projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including ownership of key initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.
• Advanced technical accounting knowledge, including the ability to draft and review accounting policy memos.
• 10+ years of accounting experience, preferably within public and/or multinational companies.
• Prior experience working as an auditor within a public accounting firm or audit practice preferred.
• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining internal controls under SOX (preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with major ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, SAP) preferred.

The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $150,753 - 200,500 annually. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.

Funko offers a competitive compensation package with full benefits and a 401(K) plan with matching contributions from the company. Most importantly, we offer a creative work environment with people who love pop culture just as much as you do. Can't wait to gush about your latest binge? Neither can we! Looking for a place where your favorite pop culture t-shirt will receive the compliments it deserves? We know how you feel!

Funko is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.