Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

At TireHub we move more than tires – we move businesses forward, support communities, and help keep America rolling.  And behind it all?  Our people.  We call them Hubbers – because they’re at the center of everything we do.  From behind the wheel to the warehouse floor, from customer calls to corporate strategy, every Hubber plays a role in something bigger than themselves.  And we show up every day ready to say yes – to challenges, to each other, and to getting it done right.

Role Summary: 

The Assistant Controller plays a critical role in ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. This position is responsible for assisting in the preparation of financial statements in accordance with TireHub policy and U.S. GAAP, producing accurate and timely financial reporting, reviewing and preparing journal entries, managing account reconciliations, and strengthening internal controls. Additionally, this role will oversee sales/use and property tax filing and reporting with our outside service provider and provide support across other finance areas.

When you say YES to something bigger:

• Choose your day one benefits which include a no cost health insurance option
• TireHub funded Health Savings Account
• Additional benefit options including TireHub paid short/long term disability and life insurance benefits
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Parental leave programs
• Build your financial future with 401k including TireHub match
• Access to tire discounts, perks, and so much more!
• Enjoy access to the TireHub headquarters location in Ravinia Plaza including free parking, free gym, convenient restaurants, outdoor spaces, special events, and more

This position reports directly to the Controller.

The individual must exhibit the following core TireHub commitments:  

• Approachable - If a company could smile, we would. Instead, we rely on our people to show it. We care about each other and our customers because we know business only gets done right when people respect each other and value relationships. 
• Adventurous - What TireHub is set up to do is intentionally outrageous. So, we readily embrace challenges with the courage to introduce new ideas and the ambition to build something unique. 
• Relentless - We tackle our work with energy. We deliver on our commitments with enthusiasm. And we don't give up until we get to the end.  
• Speedy - Speed is the currency in the tire industry. When we commit to a job, we get the job done – and we do it fast. 

 Role Specifics:

Leadership & Team Management

• Leads and develops a team of three accountants and the accounts payable function.
• Provides training and mentorship to new and existing employees.
• Serves as a trusted business advisor to other departments to refine accounts/reporting for thorough business analysis. 

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Assists in preparing financial statements in compliance with TireHub policy, shareholder requirements, and U.S. GAAP.
• Reviews and approves all journal entries and account reconciliations for month-end close.
• Works with external auditors to ensure accurate and timely audits.
• Reviews company accounting policies and implement updates as needed.
• Transitions financial reporting to Workday Adaptive Planning. 

Cash Management & Controls

• Collaborates closely with treasury to post and reconcile cash activities.
• Formulates internal controls and policies aligned with established leading practices.
• Reviews accounting information to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances. 

Specialized Accounting Functions

• Oversees all facility and fleet vehicle lease accounting in Visual Lease system.
• Leads the in-sourcing of sales/use and property tax reporting from third-party providers.
• Identifies and implements improvements to accounts payable processes. 

Training & Compliance

·         Participates and maintains ongoing training requirements through