If you’re looking for a purpose and not just a job, join the Smoothie King team and turn your purpose into a fulfilling passion!

Whether it’s your first job or your next career move, this is a place where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your work has real impact.

We are not just the original smoothie brand; we are on a mission to inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle, because we are a brand that truly cares. We care about our team, creating a positive, supportive place to work. We care about our guests, helping them live healthier, more active lives. And we care about our communities, blending goodness into everything we do. With over 1,200 stores and counting, our success starts with our team! That’s why we focus on creating a workplace where people love to be; where teammates feel like family, and energy, fun, and positivity are part of the everyday culture.

Join us and become a part of our winning recipe: Hire the best people, use the best ingredients, and blend with a purpose.

Overview

The Assistant Controller is a key member of our accounting team who helps drive the growth and success of our brand through high-quality financial operations and reporting. This position supports the Controller/CFO in overseeing accounting functions, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance with regulatory standards. The role partners in identifying and implementing technology, automation, and artificial intelligence solutions that improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and enhance business insights across the accounting function.

Continuously evaluate accounting processes and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
Identify, implement, and optimize automation and artificial intelligence tools that support accounting, reporting, reconciliation, and financial close activities.
Leverage technology and data analytics to improve decision-making, reporting accuracy, and operational effectiveness within the accounting function.
Establish appropriate governance, review processes, and documentation standards for AI-assisted work to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, data security, and audit readiness.
Stay informed on emerging accounting technologies and recommend practical applications that support business objectives while maintaining strong financial controls.

Responsibilities

Expert knowledge of accounting and financial principles, regulations, and best practices.
Excellent understanding of governmental guidelines and tax laws that affect the brand.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills.
Ability to evaluate technology solutions and leverage automation tools to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Ability to critically review AI-generated analyses, reports, and recommendations while maintaining appropriate professional judgment.
Understanding of data privacy, confidentiality, and controls related to financial information and AI-assisted processes.
Highly organized with keen attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and accounting software systems.
Collaboration and teamwork skills.
Promote the culture, values, and mission of Smoothie King.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or related field. CMA or CPA certification, preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience with strong accounting skills.
Demonstrated deep knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Co-op governance.
Complex cash management experience required by leveraging multi-channels.
Sales tax management experience in multi-states.
Tax management experience specifically for inventory, retail, or consumer packaged goods is preferred.
Experience leveraging automation, artificial intelligence, business intelligence, or advanced analytics tools to improve accounting, financial reporting, or operational processes is preferred.
Must demonstrate exceptional proficiency in Excel. Experience with Access is a plus.
Must have experience with ERP systems, Microsoft Dynamics 365 is a plus.
Personal passion for health and fitness is a plus.

What We Offer

Join our team and enjoy an unusually fun work environment with an upbeat atmosphere and great team members. It is our purpose to maintain an environment our team members can brag about, where our focus and belief are built on our core values: We Are Better Together, We Keep Evolving, We Live Our Mission, We Do the Right Thing, and We Focus and Finish. With our core values at the forefront of every decision we make, it allows for collaboration, passion, and a no-limits mindset when it comes to your future! We keep our team happy with our great benefits package, free smoothies, flexible work schedules, office lunches and parties, monthly fitness challenges, free gym access, and more fun activities to make Smoothie King a happy and healthy place to work.

Our Mission

Inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle.

Our Vision

We make the world a better place by nourishing healthy habits.

At Smoothie King, when we say inspire people, we mean everyone. We champion a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the guests we serve. We blend the unique members of our brand, celebrating what is both common and different to grow better together and Rule the Day. The foundation of our diversity efforts is closely tied to our core values, which includes “We Are Better Together” and “We Do the Right Thing”. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, or medical condition or disability. If you are a person with a disability and you need assistance in applying for a position with Smoothie King, please call our People Services Department at 214-935-8900 and direct assistance will be provided.

About the company

Smoothie King is a Dallas-based company that runs smoothie bars and nutritional lifestyle centers, primarily through franchised locations. It offers made-to-order smoothies and other healthy drinks from its stores, with a focus on customized blends that fit individual nutrition goals. The product works by customers choosing base smoothies and add-ins to align with personal wellness targets, enabling tailored nutrition at each visit. The company differentiates itself from competitors with its long-standing leadership in the category, a widespread franchised network (over 1,000 stores in 34 states and select countries), and a proven track record (ranking as the #1 smoothie franchise on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list for many years). Its goal is to help people find their purpose through nutritious beverages and lifestyle guidance, while expanding its franchise footprint and continuing to grow its community of customers and franchisees.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Dallas, Texas

Founded

1973

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What believers are saying

July 2026 same-store sales rose 9% after Chicken Flatbreads launched in June.
Q2 2026 added 19 stores and 32 commitments, including New York and Midwest expansion.
Main Post Partners’ 2025 minority investment and 2026 oven rollout funded food-platform growth.

What critics are saying

Queens SK LLC sued Smoothie King in July 2026, signaling franchisee conflict and enforcement drag.
NLRB’s August 2026 SKBAR order and April 2026 Cordon TCPA case expand legal exposure.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s faster 1,800-unit scale and Blackstone backing threaten Smoothie King’s growth share.

What makes Smoothie King unique

Protein-first menu design, including GLP-1 and high-protein lines, anchors Smoothie King’s brand.
September 2026 AI strategy automates back-office tasks while preserving drive-thru and in-store hospitality.
Private ownership and 1,250-plus franchised units support rapid menu rollout and localized expansion.

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Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

1 year growth

20%

2 year growth

24%

PR Newswire

Oct 21st, 2026

No tricks, just treats: SMOOTHIE KING serves up A delicious and more nutritious twist on the viral Dot Cake, just in time for halloween.

No tricks, just treats: SMOOTHIE KING serves up A delicious and more nutritious twist on the viral Dot Cake, just in time for halloween. Oct 21, 2026, 06:00 ET The Limited-Time Dot Cake Protein Smoothie and Dot Cake Protein Toast available starting October 27, while supplies last DALLAS, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - This spooky season, Smoothie King is giving one of 2026's biggest viral food obsessions a delicious and more nutritious twist with the launch of the Dot Cake Protein Smoothie and Dot Cake Protein Toast. With no tricks, just treats, fans will want to act fast to get a taste of the viral-inspired treats, as both the Dot Cake Protein Smoothie and Dot Cake Protein Toast will be available in limited quantities at participating Smoothie King locations, only while supplies last. Known for its colorful sprinkles and satisfying crunch, the Dot Cake has taken over social feeds, inspired countless recreations and even drawn lines around the block. As consumers look to enjoy the viral trend without losing sight of their nutrition goals, Smoothie King is putting a more nutritious spin on the treat with the protein-packed Dot Cake Protein Smoothie and Dot Cake Protein Toast, available at participating locations beginning October 27. "We're always looking for ways to tap into what consumers are excited about and put a uniquely Smoothie King spin on it. Dot Cake was the perfect opportunity to take a viral food moment and turn it into something colorful, craveable and protein-packed," said Lori Primavera, Vice President of RD & Product Marketing at Smoothie King. Bringing more than 50 years of nutritional expertise to the viral trend, Smoothie King has done the nutritional work so consumers don't have to. The Dot Cake Protein Smoothie features bananas and Smoothie King's Slim-N-Trim(TM) Blend, packing 13 grams of protein, while colorful, artificial color-free Supernatural Rainbow Nonpareils Sprinkles deliver the signature Dot Cake crunch. The Dot Cake Protein Toast combines your choice of chocolate hazelnut or peanut butter spread on multigrain bread for 11+ grams of protein, topped with the same colorful crunch. It's everything consumers love about the internet-famous treat - colorful, craveable and fun - offering a more nutritious take on the viral treat. As Smoothie King brings new and exciting innovations to its menu, the brand remains committed to its standards for clean blends and ingredients. That's why the Dot Cake Protein Smoothie and Toast feature Supernatural Rainbow Nonpareils Sprinkles, a artificial color-free option that delivers the colorful look and signature crunch of the viral treat while aligning with Smoothie King's ingredient standards. It's another way Smoothie King continues to prioritize delicious and nutritious ingredients. The Dot Cake Protein Smoothie and Dot Cake Protein Toast will be available for a limited time, while supplies last, at participating Smoothie King locations nationwide beginning October 27. Guests can enjoy the offerings individually or pair them together for the full Dot Cake-inspired experience. For more information, visit smoothieking.com. ABOUT SMOOTHIE KING FRANCHISES, INC. Smoothie King Franchises, Inc., the original U.S. smoothie franchise, is a privately held, Dallas-based company with more than 1,200 units nationwide. It was founded in 1973 with the mission to inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle. Today, with over 50 years focused on making nutrition delicious and guided by a vision to make the world a better place by nourishing healthy habits, Smoothie King continues to design each smoothie from the ground up, working with their nutritional experts to balance nutrients and flavor. In April 2023, Smoothie King expanded beyond smoothies with the launch of Smoothie Bowls. In 2025, the brand introduced its Power Eats Menu, its first nationwide rollout of food items, which earned Nation's Restaurant News' MenuMasters Healthful Innovation award in 2026. Smoothie King also offers retail products that include sports beverages, energy bars, vitamins, supplements, and more. Repeatedly recognized as a top franchise opportunity, Smoothie King was recently ranked #17 in Entrepreneur Magazine's highly competitive "Franchise 500" ranking for 2026, as well as #11 in Entrepreneur's 2025 Top Brands for Multi-Unit Owners and #11 in its 2025 Top Franchises for Veterans feature. Smoothie King was also included in the 2025 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers list, Technomic's Top 500 Chains and Franchise Times 2025 Top 400. SOURCE Smoothie King

Hampden Township Living

Oct 20th, 2026

What's new on the West Shore this fall: Indoor Golf, Paris Baguette, misfit Kitchen, Chipotle and more.

What's new on the West Shore this fall: Indoor Golf, Paris Baguette, misfit Kitchen, Chipotle and more. Dated: October 20 2026 Photo: State Route 581 in Hampden Township, by Famartin, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Fall is shaping up to be a busy season for new spots on the West Shore. An indoor golf club, a Korean bakery café, a new wings-and-pizza restaurant and a Smoothie King are all planned along Market Street in Camp Hill, while a new Chipotle and a newly rebranded hotel are already up and running in Upper Allen Township. PennLive rounded up many of these in its Oct. 20 look at new central PA businesses. The Turn Indoor Golf. The Turn Indoor Golf is planned for 3730 Market St., Camp Hill, in the Shoppes of Hampden. It's an indoor golf club with private TrackMan 4 iO simulator bays, and its website says it is planning to open soon. The Turn is locally founded and operated by Erik Shingle, Mike Way and Jacob Friedman. It's not a franchise. * | BYOB, and you can bring your own food * | Founding memberships, plus member events and league play * | Good for date nights, social gatherings and corporate outings Paris Baguette and Smoothie King. Two national names are expected at 3224 Market St., Camp Hill, the former Rite Aid that closed Aug. 31, 2023. The building has been divided into six spaces, according to PennLive. McAlister's Deli opened there Dec. 22, and Southern Steer Butcher and Balance Culture are also leasing space. * | Paris Baguette is a Korean bakery café with pastries, breads, cakes, sandwiches and coffee. Landmark Commercial Realty says it will be the first in Pennsylvania and anticipates it in fall 2026, per PennLive. No opening date has been announced. * | Smoothie King will be the first in the Harrisburg market, according to Landmark, per PennLive. No opening date has been announced. Misfit Kitchen. Misfit Kitchen is planned for 3721 Market St., Camp Hill, the former El Sol Cantina. Owners Chef Matt Mager and Leslie Yeager were targeting an early-to-mid-October opening, pending final permits and a liquor license, according to Local21. The opening had not been confirmed as of Oct. 6 posts. Here's what's expected on the menu: * | Award-winning wings and craft pizza * | Eclectic fusion dishes and weekend specials * | Gluten-free options * | A full bar with up to 26 taps, cocktails and mocktails You can hear more from the owners on the Lead Lamp Podcast. Chipotle is now open in Upper Allen. Chipotle opened Sept. 10 at 215 Gettysburg Pike in Shepherdstown Crossing, at Gettysburg Pike and Route 114 in Upper Allen Township. The 2,385-square-foot restaurant has a Chipotlane drive-thru lane for picking up online and app orders. Hours reported at opening were 10:45 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Developer Linlo Properties calls it the first Pennsylvania Chipotle with the new "Habanero" design, according to the Lehigh Daily Express. Spark by Hilton Mechanicsburg Harrisburg West. The existing hotel at 385 Cumberland Pkwy. in Upper Allen Township has rebranded as Spark by Hilton Mechanicsburg Harrisburg West, Hilton's "premium economy" brand. The Mechanicsburg Chamber of Commerce marked the change with a ribbon cutting. It's handy for visiting family, right off U.S. 15 and the PA Turnpike, and offers: * | Free breakfast and free parking * | An indoor heated pool and fitness center * | Pet-friendly rooms Locations. Why it matters for Hampden & West Shore neighbors. When people tell me what they want in a place to live, "things to do close to home" comes up again and again. A night out at an indoor golf club, a new bakery café for weekend coffee, or a quick drive-thru burrito bowl on the way home all add to the everyday convenience that makes the West Shore so appealing. It's also good to see empty spaces like the former Rite Aid and El Sol Cantina get new life. Busy, well-used storefronts are a sign of a healthy neighborhood, and that's something both buyers and homeowners notice. Which one are you most looking forward to trying? I'd love to hear. Thinking about your home's value? If you're curious what homes like yours are selling for, I'd be happy to send you my FREE Cumberland County Home Price Report for October 2026. Just email me at [email protected] or text (717) 510-1452 and I'll get it right over to you. - Josh Schoenly http://JoshVIPs.com Realtor(R)- eXp Realty, LLC Call/Text: (717) 510-1452 Office - 888-397-7352 x1034 Experienced real estate agent with EXP Realty LLC in Enola PA (servicing Cumberland County, Dauphin County & Perry County & surrounding areas), providing home-buyers and sellers with professio... October 22 2026 Photo: Mechanicsburg Keystone marker, by Doug Kerr, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.Fifty-five years in, Mechanicsburg is still showing up. Hundreds of neighbors came out to October 22 2026 The weekend before Halloween brings crisp fall evenings and plenty of spooky spirit to Cumberland County. Here are five verified ways to spend Friday through Sunday close to home, from downtown- October 21 2026 Leaf season is officially here in the Borough. The Borough of Mechanicsburg announced on Oct. 5 that curbside leaf collection would begin Monday, Oct. 19, and according to the Public Works, October 20 2026 Photo: State Route 581 in Hampden Township, by Famartin, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.Fall is shaping up to be a busy season for new spots on the West Shore. An indoor golf, Property search. Contact information. Search blog.

What Now Media Group

Oct 15th, 2026

Smoothie King replacing former 45th Ave Crab House & Bar in North Myrtle Beach.

Smoothie King replacing former 45th Ave Crab House & Bar in North Myrtle Beach. The new Smoothie King will open at 4515 highway 17 South this December. Published Date: October 15, 2026, 10:37 AM EDT Smoothie King, the smoothie brand with "50+ years of nutritional expertise," is continuing its growth in South Carolina. With two locations already open in Myrtle Beach and across the Carolinas, franchise owner Brian Leachman says a new Smoothie King is preparing to open this December, replacing the former 45th Ave Crab House & Bar at 4515 Hwy 17 S. For Leachman, who owns and operates Smoothie King locations in partnership with Keri Leachman, franchising with Smoothie King has been a family operation from the start, and it continues as a remembrance of their son, a former motocross rider who tragically passed away. "We've carried on his legacy," Leachman said. And successfully so. The new North Myrtle Beach location will be Leachman's tenth Smoothie King, and third in the Myrtle Beach area. "We have a great following already in the Grand Strand," says Leachman. "We currently have people driving all the way down from North Myrtle Beach. People were asking if we were going to bring one up there, and we said yes." The North Myrtle Beach location will feature a drive-thru, serving up Smoothie King's wide variety of healthy choices, with vegan options, fitness smoothies, weight management smoothies, acai bowls, loaded toasts, flatbreads, and lots more. And that's not all the group has in the works. Their first Salata Salad Kitchen is preparing to open in Greenville next month, with further moves to bring the brand to the Atlantic coast. You can keep up with all things Smoothie King by following @smoothieking on Instagram. Love its content? Add WhatNow as a preferred source on Google to see more of its trusted coverage when you search. Be the first to know. From new restaurant openings to exciting retail launches and real estate insights, be the first to know what's happening in Charleston Neil Cooney is a freelance writer. He has received an MFA in Creative Writing from Syracuse University, and his work has been published in the Masters Review. Based in Nashville, he spends his free time cooking Korean food and studying chess.

Wadsworth Media LLC

Oct 8th, 2026

Smoothie King sign up at new south Loudoun location.

Smoothie King sign up at new south Loudoun location. The sign has gone up for the first tenant coming to a new restaurant center in southern Loudoun County. Crews working on the new Smoothie King store have hung the sign on the facade at 43341 Defender Drive in the South Riding/Chantilly area and work is well underway inside the space. As The Burn has reported, Smoothie King is just one of five new food tenants planned for the center. The others include a Haraz Coffee House, a Cold Stone Creamery, an Apna Pizza, and a sit-down restaurant called Forefathers. You can see more about Forefathers here. No official word yet when the restaurants on Defender Drive will start to open - but it appears that Smoothie King is in the lead at the moment. An unofficial online listing says they are aiming to start "blending" in late November.

Celebrator

Sep 30th, 2026

Smoothie King marks National Coffee Day with free protein coffee smoothies.

Smoothie King marks National Coffee Day with free protein coffee smoothies. Published: September 30, 2026 Smoothie King got an early start on National Coffee Day this year with a giveaway built around one of its protein-packed coffee smoothies. The promotion gave rewards members a chance to pick up its Coffee High Protein Almond Mocha Smoothie for free. The drink combines cold brew coffee with the kind of protein-focused approach the chain has been using across its smoothie menu. According to a press release from Smoothie King, Healthy Rewards members could get a free 12 oz. Coffee High Protein Almond Mocha Smoothie on September 28 and 29 at participating locations nationwide. Made with cold brew crafted from 100% Arabica beans, the delicious and nutritious Coffee High Protein Almond Mocha Smoothie delivers 14g of protein, 3g of fiber, and 0g of added sugar. Protein coffee may be having a major moment, but it's nothing new at Smoothie King. With more than 50 years of expertise developing smoothies that balance nutrients and flavor, protein has long been core to the brand, including its lineup of Coffee High Protein Smoothies. For more information, visit smoothieking.com. About Smoothie King Franchises, Inc. Smoothie King Franchises, Inc., the original U.S. smoothie franchise, is a privately held, Dallas-based company with more than 1,200 units nationwide. It was founded in 1973 with the mission to inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle. Today, with over 50 years focused on making nutrition delicious and guided by a vision to make the world a better place by nourishing healthy habits, Smoothie King continues to design each smoothie from the ground up, working with their nutritional experts to balance nutrients and flavor. In April 2023, Smoothie King expanded beyond smoothies with the launch of Smoothie Bowls. In 2025, the brand introduced its Power Eats Menu, its first nationwide rollout of food items, which earned Nation's Restaurant News' MenuMasters Healthful Innovation award in 2026. Smoothie King also offers retail products that include sports beverages, energy bars, vitamins, supplements, and more. Repeatedly recognized as a top franchise opportunity, Smoothie King was recently ranked #17 in Entrepreneur Magazine's highly competitive "Franchise 500" ranking for 2026, as well as #11 in Entrepreneur's 2025 Top Brands for Multi-Unit Owners and #11 in its 2025 Top Franchises for Veterans feature. Smoothie King was also included in the 2025 Fast Casual Top 100 Movers & Shakers list, Technomic's Top 500 Chains and Franchise Times 2025 Top 400.

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