Controller

Location: Williamsburg, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-site (5 days per week)

Base Compensation : $125,000

About La Tienda

La Tienda is the premier destination for authentic foods and products from Spain. For more than 25 years, we have been committed to bringing the flavors, traditions, and craftsmanship of Spain to customers across the United States through our e-commerce business, wholesale partnerships, and retail operations.

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to join our leadership team. This role is ideal for a seasoned accounting professional who enjoys balancing strategic financial oversight with day-to-day operational excellence. The Controller will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy of financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting the continued growth of the business.

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, and maintaining strong financial controls. Reporting to senior leadership, this position will lead the monthly close process, oversee key accounting functions, and partner with cross-functional teams to support operational and strategic initiatives.

This is a highly collaborative, on-site leadership role requiring an individual who is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close process.
• Perform and review bank account reconciliations and corporate credit card reconciliations.
• Review and oversee sales tax filings to ensure accuracy and compliance across applicable jurisdictions.
• Oversee the accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments.
• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and supporting schedules.
• Assist with wholesale and other B2B pricing reviews, providing financial analysis and recommendations.
• Develop, document, and maintain strong accounting policies and internal controls.
• Support annual tax filings and communication with tax advisors.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and management reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and operational efficiencies.
• Collaborate with leadership on financial planning, budgeting, and business initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 10+ years of progressive corporate accounting or finance experience in a for-profit organization.
• Minimum of 5 years serving as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Vice President of Finance.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing the monthly close process.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing accounts payable, reconciliations, and sales tax compliance.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration abilities.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Preferred

• CPA designation.
• Experience with Epicor Kinetic ERP.
• Conversational Spanish, with fluency in English.

Work Environment

This position is expected to work on-site five (5) days per week at our Williamsburg, Virginia office. Flex or remote workdays may be available depending on company policy, including any seasonal flexibility programs.

Why Join La Tienda?

At La Tienda, you’ll join a passionate team dedicated to delivering exceptional products and customer experiences while celebrating the culture and traditions of Spain. We offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing business where your expertise and leadership will directly influence our continued success.

If you are a hands-on finance leader who enjoys building strong processes, partnering across departments, and contributing to a collaborative culture, we’d love to hear from you.

We offer you:

In addition to a competitive base pay, this position is benefits eligible to include health, vision, dental and company paid life and short term disability insurance. Also included is participation in our 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, company paid holidays and discount program for La Tienda products.

If you are ready to lead a dynamic team to success, apply now and grow with us!

La Tienda is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).