RNR Tire Express is seeking a Controller to join our Financial Operations team in Springdale, Arkansas. This role supports a growing multi-location retail organization with over 40 stores across 7 states and plays a critical part in maintaining accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and disciplined accounting processes.

The Controller will partner closely with leadership to ensure that financial operations run cleanly, predictably, and on schedule. This position is responsible for helping with the monthly close process, financial reporting, strengthening accounting procedures, and supporting budgeting and forecasting efforts.

We are looking for a technically strong accounting professional who values structure, accountability, and process improvement. This role requires both attention to detail and the ability to communicate financial results clearly to operational leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly close process across a multi-location organization 
• Maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls 
• Oversee general ledger activity, reconciliations, and reporting accuracy 
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis 
• Provide clear variance explanations and performance insights to leadership 
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local reporting requirements 
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and strengthen documentation

What Success Looks Like

• Financials close on time and are trusted by leadership 
• Processes are documented and consistently followed 
• Reporting is clear, accurate, and actionable 
• The accounting function operates smoothly and without unnecessary disruption 

RNR Tire Express began as a family-owned business and has grown into a national franchise retailer while maintaining a disciplined and growth-focused operating model. As we continue to expand, we are strengthening our financial infrastructure to support long-term success.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required 
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive accounting experience 
• Experience in multi-location, retail, or franchise environments strongly preferred 
• Demonstrated experience leading or managing a monthly close process 
• Experience supporting external audits and working with auditors
   

Technical Skills

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and internal control principles 
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, financial modeling) 
• Experience with QuickBooks or comparable accounting systems 
• Ability to analyze financial statements and provide clear variance explanations 
• Experience assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes
   

Professional Competencies

• High level of integrity, reliability, and accountability 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to explain financial results to non-financial stakeholders 
• Process-driven mindset with strong attention to detail 
• Organized and capable of managing multiple deadlines 
• Calm, steady leadership presence in a deadline-driven environment
   

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation preferred but not required 
• Experience improving accounting processes or implementing controls in a growing organization

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to sit, talk, and listen. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, or reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

The duties of this position are performed in an office environment under temperature-controlled conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Controller will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Manager or appropriate administrator. RNR Tire Express reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time without notice. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.