Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

If you're looking for a purpose and not just a job, join the Smoothie King team and turn your purpose into a fulfilling passion! Whether it's your first job or your next career move, this is a place where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your work has real impact. We are not just the original smoothie brand; we are on a mission to inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle, because we are a brand that truly cares. We care about our team, creating a positive, supportive place to work. We care about our guests, helping them live healthier, more active lives. And we care about our communities, blending goodness into everything we do. With over 1,200 stores and counting, our success starts with our team! That's why we focus on creating a workplace where people love to be; where teammates feel like family, and energy, fun, and positivity are part of the everyday culture. Join us and become a part of our winning recipe: Hire the best people, use the best ingredients, and blend with a purpose.

Overview

The Assistant Controller is a key member of our accounting team who helps drive the growth and success of our brand through high-quality financial operations and reporting. This position supports the Controller/CFO in overseeing accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance with regulatory standards. The role partners in identifying and implementing technology, automation, and artificial intelligence solutions that improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and enhance business insights across the accounting function.

Responsibilities

• Continuously evaluate accounting processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Identify, implement, and optimize automation and artificial intelligence tools that support accounting, reporting, reconciliation, and financial close activities.
• Leverage technology and data analytics to improve decision-making, reporting accuracy, and operational effectiveness within the accounting function.
• Establish appropriate governance, review processes, and documentation standards for AI-assisted work to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, data security, and audit readiness.
• Stay informed on emerging accounting technologies and recommend practical applications that support business objectives while maintaining strong financial controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or related field. CMA or CPA certification, preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience with strong accounting skills.
• Demonstrated deep knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Co-op governance.
• Complex cash management experience required by leveraging multi-channels.
• Sales tax management experience in multi-states.
• Tax management experience specifically for inventory, retail, or consumer packaged goods is preferred.
• Experience leveraging automation, artificial intelligence, business intelligence, or advanced analytics tools to improve accounting, financial reporting, or operational processes is preferred.
• Must demonstrate exceptional proficiency in Excel. Experience with Access is a plus.
• Must have experience with ERP systems, Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus.
• Personal passion for health and fitness is a plus.

What We Offer

Join our team and enjoy an unusually fun work environment with an upbeat atmosphere and great team members. It is our purpose to maintain an environment our team members can brag about, where our focus and belief are built on our core values: We Are Better Together, We Keep Evolving, We Live Our Mission, We Do the Right Thing, and We Focus and Finish. With our core values at the forefront of every decision we make, it allows for collaboration, passion, and a no-limits mindset when it comes to your future! We keep our team happy with our great benefits package, free smoothies, flexible work schedules, office lunches and parties, monthly fitness challenges, free gym access, and more fun activities to make Smoothie King a happy and healthy place to work.

Our Mission

Inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle.

Our Vision

We make the world a better place by nourishing healthy habits.

At Smoothie King, when we say inspire people, we mean everyone. We champion a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the guests we serve. We blend the unique members of our brand, celebrating what is both common and different to grow better together and Rule the Day. The foundation of our diversity efforts is closely tied to our core values, which includes "We Are Better Together" and "We Do the Right Thing". We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, or medical condition or disability. If you are a person with a disability and you need assistance in applying for a position with Smoothie King, please call our People Services Department at 214-935-8900 and direct assistance will be provided.