Controller

Controller

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA and/or MBA a plus
• 15+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with 7+ years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, revenue recognition (ASC 606), inventory accounting, and book-to-tax adjustments
• Experience managing external audits, financial statement preparation, tax compliance, and risk management
• Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite or equivalent) and financial reporting tools
• Experience working with Big 4 financial consultants and auditors on tax, audit, and compliance matters
• Strong leadership and team development skills, with the ability to mentor and build a best-in-class finance team
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to risk management and financial strategy

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting and financial operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and industry standards
• Develop and maintain internal controls, financial policies, and best practices to safeguard company assets and mitigate financial risk
• Implement and oversee risk management strategies related to financial reporting, cash flow, tax compliance, and operational finance
• Work closely with the CFO and executive leadership team to provide financial insights that drive business decisions and long-term strategy
• Partner with external financial advisors, including Big 4 audit and tax consultants, to manage tax compliance, audits, and financial planning
• Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
• Prepare and review financial statements, general ledger reconciliations, and variance analysis to support internal and external reporting
• Manage all aspects of revenue recognition, ensuring proper alignment with GAAP standards and compliance with ASC 606 for eCommerce transactions
• Oversee Inventory, cost accounting and COGS reporting, ensuring accurate tracking, valuation, and reconciliations of inventory as well as margin analysis
• Ensure proper expense timing and classification for operational, marketing, compensation, and G&A costs
• Work with tax consultants to prepare and review tax provisions, deferred tax calculations, and compliance with state and federal tax laws
• Lead cash flow forecasting and treasury management, ensuring sufficient liquidity and optimized working capital
• Manage payroll operations, ensuring accurate processing, compliance with labor laws, and timely tax filings
• Ensure full tax compliance, including sales tax, income tax, and state/local tax obligations
• Work with Big 4 audit and tax firms on annual audits, tax strategy, and compliance reviews
• Lead the preparation and submission of tax filings, including sales tax nexus compliance and quarterly estimated tax payments
• Manage state and local tax audits, providing necessary documentation and working with tax professionals to resolve inquiries
• Oversee intercompany accounting, ensuring compliance with tax regulations
• Prepare and maintain book-to-tax adjustments, ensuring appropriate treatment of temporary and permanent differences between financial reporting and tax filings
• Spearhead annual insurance renewal to achieve most comprehensive, risk mitigated and cost-effective policies
• Participate as a member of the Finance & Accounting Team, and model core values for other members of the team
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team, ensuring strong collaboration, accountability, and professional growth
• Establish clear goals, performance metrics, and career development opportunities for direct reports
• Provide training and ongoing guidance on best practices in financial reporting, tax compliance, and internal controls
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging technology and automation to enhance efficiency
• Lead Finance area in ERP implementation, ensuring robust data management and reporting accuracy
• Optimize and automate financial processes, improving efficiency in reporting and compliance
• Establish best practices for reconciliation, closing schedules, and audit readiness to enhance efficiency
• Lead the implementation of new accounting and reporting tools, integrating AI-driven financial analytics where applicable

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in DTC, eCommerce, retail, or consumer goods is a plus