Shaffer is seeking a hands-on, collaborative Controller to lead our accounting function with a strong focus on general ledger accuracy and completeness. This is a player/coach role—ideal for a leader who not only understands the work but is energized by rolling up their sleeves, improving processes, and developing a high-performing team.

The right candidate brings both technical accounting expertise and a passion for coaching others, while continuously looking for ways to improve efficiency through technology and smarter processes. A minimum of a Bachelor's degree and 5 years of people management experience are required. The ideal candidate is curious, asks “why,” and helps the team connect their work to the bigger picture.

This is a full-time, in office position with workload generally averaging 40–50 hours per week, with flexibility based on business cycles.

Who We Are

Shaffer is a family-founded, employee-owned business with deep roots in the arcade equipment distribution and amusement operations space. For decades, we’ve supported customers in the family entertainment, vending, bar & restaurant, and route operations industries.

We are a nationally recognized leader in the arcade industry and operate in an environment that is relationship-driven and genuinely fun. As an employee-owned company, we value ownership, accountability, and teamwork.

What You’ll Do

Lead, Coach, and Develop the Team

Lead, manage, and develop the accounting team, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and customer-focused culture

Own the Close & General Ledger Integrity

Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the general ledger
Oversee daily accounting operations, including AP, banking, and journal entries

Drive Process Improvement & Efficiency

Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve systems
Leverage technology to increase efficiency and reduce manual work

Ensure Compliance & Support Audits

Oversee sales, use, and property tax compliance, licenses, and filings
Support annual audit/review processes and provide necessary documentation

Partner with Finance & Leadership

Provide financial insights and analysis to leadership
Support budgeting and forecasting efforts

What You Bring

5+ years of progressive accounting experience
5+ years of people management experience required
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required); CPA preferred
Strong background in general ledger accounting and close processes
Experience with sales and use tax compliance
Technological savvy including hands-on experience in ERP implementation or system migration
Exposure to public accounting/audit strongly preferred
Experience in a small or family-owned business environment is a plus
Demonstrated ability to be both strategic and hands-on
Collaborative & customer centric approach

Benefits

Employee ownership (earn shares annually)
Competitive pay
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Company provided cell phone and use of company vehicle for work purposes only

Shaffer is an equal opportunity employer.

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