The Controller is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization and ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting. This role manages the monthly close process, maintains internal controls, supervises accounting staff, and partners cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, sales, and executive leadership to support strategic decision-making.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical accounting expertise, excellent analytical skills, and experience operating in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & General Accounting
- Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash reconciliations, accruals, prepaids, and inventory accounting.
- Oversee the monthly and annual financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
- Ensure financial statements are prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Analyze financial results and investigate variances against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
- Maintain accounting policies and procedures documentation.
Internal Controls & Compliance
- Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and accounting processes.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, GAAP, tax regulations, and other applicable requirements.
- Coordinate annual audits and act as the primary liaison with external auditors.
- Support tax filings and work closely with external tax advisors including sales and use, CRV, TX Franchise Tax.
Systems & Process Improvement
- Administer and optimize ERP systems and accounting workflows.
- Identify opportunities to automate processes and improve efficiency.
- Support system implementations, integrations, and enhancements.
Leadership & Team Management
- Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
- Establish performance expectations and support professional growth.
- Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
- Partner effectively with leaders across finance, sales, operations, and supply chain functions.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
- CPA designation preferred.
Experience
- 8-10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
- 2+ years of management or supervisory experience.
- Experience in consumer-packaged goods (CPG), manufacturing, beverage, sports nutrition, or inventory-intensive environments preferred.
- Public accounting experience is a plus.
- Experience with joint ventures.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
- Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Experience with financial reporting, inventory accounting, and cost accounting.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Key Competencies
- Leadership and team development
- Attention to detail
- Process improvement mindset
- Business partnership orientation
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Data-driven decision making
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Annual performance bonus opportunity
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
Reporting Structure
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Direct Reports: Staff Accountant, Operations Controller
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