Assistant Controller

Full-time

Hybrid in Dallas, TX

Department: Accounting

Reports to: VP, Controller

Travel: <10%

FLSA: Exempt

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Assistant Controller reports to the VP, Controller and is a key leader within the accounting organization, responsible for supporting daily, monthly, and annual financial reporting while strengthening the processes, controls, and discipline required of a growing company.  

In this role, you will partner closely with leadership to manage the financial close, oversee complex reconciliations, support audit and regulatory requirements, and continuously improve accounting operations.

Beyond technical excellence, you are expected to bring thoughtful, solutions-oriented approach to a fast-paced, evolving environment as well as help build an accounting organization capable of supporting continued company growth and future strategic transactions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Close

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses prepared by the accounting team to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Monitor close metrics and identify opportunities to reduce the overall close timeline
• Drive consistency and accountability through standardized close checklists and workflows within FloQast

Team Leadership & Development

• Directly supervise A/P Manager and Senior and Staff accountants
• Coach, mentor and develop three direct reports through ongoing coaching, training, and performance guidance
• Establish clear performance expectations and create development opportunities that strengthen the team’s technical and leadership capabilities
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration, and customer service

Accounting Operations

• Oversee general ledger accounting and balance sheet integrity
• Ensure timely completion of balance sheet reconciliations and resolution of reconciling items
• Provide oversight of:
  • Accounts Payable
  • Franchise billing, collections, and accounting
  • Other Accounts Receivable
  • Inventory/COGS accounting
  • Payroll & benefits accounting
  • Credit card reconciliations
  • Pre-opening expenses
  • Accruals and reserves
• Provide actionable reporting for senior management, including AR aging and DSO metrics
• Review unusual transactions and ensure appropriate GAAP treatment

Audit & Compliance

• Serve as a key liaison with external auditors and advisors during the interim and year-end financial statement audits and FDDs
• Manage audit requests and ensure timely delivery of responses to audit inquiries and high-quality supporting documentation
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies
• Assist with preparation of accounting memos and technical accounting documentation to ensure readiness for increased regulatory and audit scrutiny
• Assist in designing, documenting, and implementing internal controls consistent with public company SOX compliance requirements

Process Improvement & Automation

• Identify opportunities to automate manual accounting processes and eliminate non-value-added activities
• Standardize accounting policies, procedures, and documentation across the department
• Improve reporting packages, reconciliation templates, and review procedures
• Partner with IT to optimize NetSuite, Workday, FloQast, and other accounting technologies
• Lead initiatives that improve efficiency while strengthening internal controls

Business Partnership

• Partner with FP&A, Tax, Legal, Franchise, Operations and other departments to improve financial processes
• Support initiatives that improve working capital management and financial visibility
• Assist with acquisitions, new park openings, franchise growth initiatives, and other strategic projects
• Provide accounting guidance to business partners while balancing operational practicality with accounting requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• CPA (Certified Public Accountant) certification required
• 8-12+ years of accounting experience, with experience in IPO readiness and/or public company reporting
• Public accounting experience (Big 4 a plus) and/or experience in a multi-unit, PE-backed, or high-growth environment preferred
• Previous leadership experience managing accounting teams
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP
• Proficiency in financial reporting systems (NetSuite is a plus) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a highly detail-oriented approach to reviewing financial data, identifying issues, and ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Demonstrated ability to lead change and develop scalable accounting processes
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a demanding environment while maintaining precision, accountability, and sound judgment
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to partner cross-functionally and clearly explain complex accounting concepts

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• This position requires the ability to remain stationary while working at a computer and communicating via Teams or phone for extended periods.

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Compensation range is $175-$182k + bonus based on qualifications, experience, and performance.  Full-time employees at CircusTrix enjoy a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with a 401k plan with company matching.  Eligibility for 401k is based on age and tenure requirements. 

Application deadline: September 3, 2026

While we anticipate the application window will close on this date, Sky Zone reviews applications on a rolling basis and will consider candidates until the position is filled.