Controller

Company: Ashley | The Wellsville Group
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: January 20, 2026

Job Description:

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 PIe986ba322859-37156-39321044

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