Controller

Overview

This role is for a hands-on Controller within the Finance department, reporting to the VP of Finance. The position owns accounting operations, runs the monthly/quarterly/annual close, safeguards financial statement integrity, leads tax and audit readiness, and builds scalable processes, controls, and systems for a fast-growing, multi-channel CPG business.

This is a working leader role: you will set direction for the accounting function and coach a small team while remaining close enough to the details to review reconciliations, post entries, and solve problems directly. You will also partner with Operations, Sales, and Leadership.

Responsibilities

Close & Financial Reporting

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, with a target of closing within three business days.
• Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, prepaids, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Deliver accurate, GAAP-compliant monthly financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Maintain general ledger integrity through regular balance sheet reviews and account analyses.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies and technical accounting guidance.

Revenue, Inventory & Cost Accounting

• Reconcile revenue and COGS across Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, wholesale distributors, and retail in accordance with ASC 606.
• Own inventory and cost accounting, including inventory balances, adjustments, and COGS reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate accounting for customer deductions, rebates, promotional allowances, and chargebacks.

Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & Payroll

• Oversee AP and AR, including wholesale invoicing, collections, vendor onboarding, W-9/W-8 collection, and annual 1099 reporting.
• Review weekly AR aging and work with customers to resolve payment disputes, deductions, and chargebacks.
• Oversee semi-monthly payroll in Rippling and review payroll reports for accuracy and compliance.

Tax Compliance

• Own multi-state sales tax compliance: review filings prepared through Numeral, upload monthly.
• Partner with external advisors on federal, state, and local income tax compliance and planning.
• Prepare tax schedules and documentation, and track and resolve tax notices.

Audit & Internal Controls

• Serve as the primary accounting contact for external auditors and lead audit preparation, schedules, and requests.
• Design, document, and maintain internal controls that keep pace with the company’s growth.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Lead implementation of an ERP as the business scales beyond QuickBooks Online, then drive ongoing optimization.
• Identify and deliver automation and process improvements that increase speed, accuracy, and scalability.

Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership

• Supervise, train, and develop junior accountants handling bank and credit card reconciliations, payment applications, and daily accounting.
• Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Operations, Sales, and Leadership on projects that improve financial visibility and operational efficiency.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a CPG, food & beverage, dietary supplement, manufacturing, or e-commerce environment.
• 3+ years of experience leading or supervising accounting staff.
• Experience managing the full accounting cycle for a business selling across DTC, Amazon, wholesale, and retail channels.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, ASC 606 revenue recognition, inventory accounting, and cost accounting.
• Hands-on experience owning the month-end close and building scalable accounting processes.
• Experience with sales tax compliance and supporting income tax reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, data analysis).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Comfort in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with shifting priorities.
• Active CPA strongly preferred.
• Experience with QuickBooks Online, Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, Rippling, and sales tax platforms such as Numeral.
• Experience leading an ERP selection or implementation.
• Experience with retail chargebacks and deductions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary of $145,000–$175,000, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid family leave.
• Fully remote work.

Location

• Remote – US