Controller

Ashley | The Wellsville Group • Buffalo, NY • 9h ago

At The Wellsville Group, strong financial leadership is essential to sustainable growth. As our Controller , you’ll play a critical role in shaping the financial health of a $100M retail organization—providing clarity, discipline, and strategic insight that helps the business move forward with confidence.

This role is ideal for a hands-on financial leader who enjoys both the details and the bigger picture. You’ll work closely with ownership and senior leadership, lead a talented accounting team, and ensure our financial operations are accurate, compliant, and aligned with long-term business goals.

Who We’re Looking For:

We’re searching for a confident, thoughtful finance leader who:

Takes ownership of the company’s financial integrity and reporting
Brings structure, consistency, and strong internal controls to a growing business
Can translate financial data into meaningful insights for executive decision-making
Enjoys developing and mentoring a team while driving continuous improvement
Is comfortable partnering directly with ownership and senior leaders

You’re someone who sees accounting not just as compliance—but as a strategic tool that supports smart growth.

Why This Role Matters:

As Controller, you serve as a financial steward for the organization. Your leadership ensures that the numbers are right, the risks are understood, and the opportunities are visible. Your work directly supports:

Accurate, timely financial reporting and audits
Strong budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management
Compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards
Informed decision-making at the executive level
A scalable financial foundation for continued growth

Simply put, you help the business operate with confidence and clarity.

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field
7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role
Strong working knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
Experience overseeing full-cycle accounting operations and financial close
Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial systems
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Experience That Sets You Apart:

Retail or multi-location business experience
Inventory accounting and sales tax compliance
401(k) administration and payroll systems (ADP preferred)
Experience working with financial institutions, lenders, and credit card processors
Leading external audits and working directly with auditors

Location: Olean, NY or Amherst, NY
Compensation: $100,000-125,000 (base + bonus, all in)

Why Join The Wellsville Group?

We’re a people-first organization that values accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. You’ll have a seat at the table, a voice in key decisions, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a growing business—while developing a strong team alongside you.

Compensation details: 100000-125000 Yearly Salary

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