Controller | Health & Wellness

Thriving health and wellness start-up is seeking a financial Controller to take the team to the next level. The company is based in Northern CA and this role is full-remote. Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Controller must have strong analytical, strategic-planning, operational and communication skills, including an ability to work well with senior executives. A combination of manufacturing industry and public accounting experience is highly valued.

FULL-REMOTE

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that consolidated financial statements are prepared timely, accurately and in compliance with GAAP standards. This includes monthly financial reporting packages and preparation of annual audited statements with footnotes
• Serve as the business unit subject matter expert for general accounting processes, complex accounting solutions, and provide training and guidance to junior staff where needed
• Direct the preparation of business unit financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, KPI’s and reports
• Collaborate with department heads to drive budgeting initiatives and financial acumen.
• Lead and manage all aspects of operational accounting functions
• Coordinate interactions with external auditors to ensure timely completion of audits.
• Prepare cash flow projections and manage cash flow continuously
• Contribute to efforts to develop and implement internal controls and compliance across the organization.
• Oversee the accounting department functions around processing and recording of daily transactions, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue recognition, sales tax, inventory, and the month end close
• Direct the preparation of year-end filings, audit, and tax returns
• Assist with ongoing financial model and forecast updates
• Provide outstanding customer service to internal and external customers
• Manage special projects and provide ad-hoc reporting and analysis

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required
• CPA or CMA is required
• Public accounting experience is required
• Experience with Manufacturing or Construction preferred
• Must have experience with audit disclosures and footnotes
• 10+ years of relevant accounting work experience required
• Experience in managing professional staff is required
• Both public and private experience is preferred
• International experience preferred
• Multi entity consolidation experience preferred
• Strong foundation in general accounting, monthly close, financial reporting, and GAAP concepts
• Proficient use and experience in Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Proficient advanced Excel skills (Vlookup’s, pivot tables, etc.) to manage large volumes of data
• NetSuite experience a plus
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing startup environment
• Superior analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to pay strict attention to detail, with a commitment to deliver quality and accurate work products on a timely basis
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines