Corporate ControllerYou should knowLocation: On-site in Farmers Branch / North Dallas, TX
Compensation: Based on Experience!
Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Citizenship Requirements: No sponsorship is being offered at this time.
What you'll do every dayFinancial Reporting & Close- Run the monthly, quarterly, and annual close calendar and prepare consolidated financial statements on time and in accordance with US GAAP.
- Set and document GrabAGun's positions on revenue recognition (ASC 606) across the direct-to-consumer and PEW Logistics B2B channels, inventory costing and vendor rebates, lease accounting (ASC 842), and stock-based compensation.
- Serve as the primary preparer and reviewer of the financial statements and footnotes included in SEC filings before CFO and CEO review.
SEC Reporting & External Compliance- Oversee preparation and review of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K in coordination with outside counsel, the CFO, and the audit engagement team.
- Maintain the SEC reporting and XBRL tagging calendar, and support the CFO/CEO's Section 302/906 certifications each period.
- Track new and pending FASB/SEC guidance relevant to retail, e-commerce, and B2B distribution businesses, and assess implementation impact early.
Internal Controls & SOX Compliance- Design, document, and maintain the SOX Section 404 internal controls framework appropriate to GrabAGun's filer status, including process narratives, risk-control matrices, and control owners.
- Manage the annual walkthrough and testing cycle, track remediation of identified deficiencies, and report control status to the CFO and Audit Committee.
- Serve as management's primary point of contact for the Audit Committee on accounting policy, controls, and audit matters.
External Audit Management- Own the annual audit timeline and working relationship with the independent registered public accounting firm.
- Ensure prepared-by-client schedules and supporting audit evidence are complete and delivered on schedule.
- Resolve technical accounting questions and areas of auditor judgment before they become filing-timeline risks.
Team Leadership & Development- Directly manage the Assistant Controller and, through that role, the remaining GL & AP team. Additionally manage the SEC Reporting Manager.
- Set performance goals, build technical and leadership bench strength, and plan for succession within the department.
- Author and maintain the company's accounting policies and procedures manual and delegation-of-authority framework.
Budget & Resource Management- Own the accounting department's operating budget, including headcount, systems, and professional fees.
- Forecast department staffing and cost needs against company growth and evolving public-company requirements.
Business Partnering & Cross-Functional Support- Partner with FP&A and Treasury on forecasting inputs, cash reporting, and liquidity planning, including support for the company's share repurchase program.
- Advise Operations and Merchandising on inventory, vendor rebate, and free-goods accounting treatment in partnership with supply chain and merchandising teams.
- Provide accounting due diligence and structuring input for M&A, new distribution partnerships, and expansion of the PEW Logistics platform.
Systems & Process Improvement- Own the general ledger and ERP system configuration and drive automation of close, reconciliation, and reporting processes.
- Evaluate and implement accounting systems and tools needed to support increasing transaction volume without proportional headcount growth.
What you bringPublic Company & Technical Accounting Experience- 8 to 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 to 5 years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or SEC Reporting leadership role at a public company.
- Direct, hands-on experience preparing and reviewing Forms 10-K and 10-Q, and managing SOX Section 404 compliance.
- Prior experience taking a company through or operating shortly after an IPO or de-SPAC transition is a strong plus.
- Strong technical GAAP knowledge, particularly revenue recognition (ASC 606) for multi-channel retail/e-commerce and B2B arrangements, inventory accounting, and lease accounting (ASC 842).
External Audit Background- Public accounting experience at a Big 4 or other national firm, audit or technical accounting advisory, is strongly preferred.
- Experience serving retail, e-commerce, or consumer products clients is a plus.
Industry & Business Model Fit- Experience in retail, e-commerce, or omni-channel consumer businesses; inventory-heavy business model experience is a plus.
- Direct firearms industry experience is not required; familiarity with FFL-related regulatory and compliance considerations is a plus but can be developed on the job.
Leadership Experience- Demonstrated success building and managing an accounting team (5+ direct/indirect reports), including hiring, developing, and retaining managers.
- Comfort operating as a hands-on leader in a lean finance organization rather than a large, layered corporate accounting department.
Systems Experience- Hands-on experience with a modern ERP/GL system (e.g., NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics) and close-management or reporting automation tools.
Company-Stage Fit- A "builder" mindset - proven ability to design and stand up scalable accounting processes and controls from a smaller base, appropriate to a recently public, high-growth company.
Communication & Executive Presence- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work directly with the CFO, CEO, Audit Committee, and external auditors, and to prepare board- and committee-level materials.
Education & Licensure- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Active CPA license required.
What success looks likeA scalable, well-controlled accounting function that delivers accurate financial statements, timely SEC reporting, audit readiness, and strong internal controls , while building the systems, processes, and team necessary to support GrabAGun's continued growth as a public company.
