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Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year
A bit about us:
My client is a rapidly growing food manufacturing organization. They offer top of the line products sold across the US and eCommerce platform.
Why join us?
Incredible team based environment where employees are very valued
Strong talent with a great energy where everyone wants to be there
Very collaborative across departments
Great compensation and bonus plan
Excellent benefits that include medical, dental, vision, long term disability, flexible spending, 401K, PTO, paid holidays, bonus potential and more!
Tons of growth potential and exposure to make a difference.
Job Details
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
The Financial Controller is a critical, hands-on role responsible for building and maturing the company’s accounting infrastructure during a period of rapid growth. As our first dedicated Controller, you will lay the foundation for scalable financial operations, instill discipline in core accounting processes, and ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting. This role requires a strong technical accounting background paired with operational savvy and a proactive mindset.
Reporting directly to the VP of Finance, you will play a central role in driving financial visibility and accountability across the organization. You will support the Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions, ensuring that transactional activities are timely, accurate, and compliant with internal controls. You’ll lead the month-end close process, support the implementation of NetSuite, and partner cross-functionally to deliver insights that inform strategic decision-making. This is an ideal opportunity for a finance leader who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced CPG environment and is eager to take ownership of a core financial function from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities
- Accounting Leadership: Own the month-end close process, general ledger maintenance, and preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Team Collaboration: Support AR and AP staff, establishing best practices and driving accountability, consistency and accuracy
- Internal Controls & Models: Design and implement scalable accounting policies and procedures to ensure strong internal controls and financial accuracy. Support VP of Finance with development of internal P&L’s, costing models and trade spend support and analysis
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for internal and external stakeholders, including variance analysis and performance insights
- Audit & Compliance: Manage all audit processes (internal, external, and tax), and ensure compliance with relevant laws and accounting standards
- State and Federal Tax: help with the reporting, analysis and management of state sales taxes were appropriate
- Systems & Process Improvement: Support the ongoing implementation of NetSuite, and identify opportunities to automate and improve processes.
- Cash Management: Monitor cash flow and help forecast working capital needs
- Cross-functional Support: Collaborate closely with Operations, Sales, and other teams to ensure alignment and support data-driven decision making
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA preferred
- 6+ years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, including 2+ years in a controller or assistant controller role (within CPG industry)
- Experience working with AR/AP functions and small finance teams
- Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal controls
- Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; collaborative team player
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
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