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Role Description

The Controller is responsible for preparation of financial analyses of operations, including monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements with supporting schedules, for the guidance of management. The Controller must be comfortable incorporating AI into all aspects of Finance, and also assist with helping to improve other areas of the Company (e.g. HR) through the usage of AI. The Controller will manage the daily activities of the Finance department providing information about all Company activities to assist management, its stakeholders and other users in making informed business decisions. She/he will work closely with senior management to support business plans and objectives.

• Financial Reporting and Close: Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes producing accurate financial statements, dashboards, KPIs, and analyses.
• Accounting Operations: Manage daily functions including AP, AR, billing, G/L, Cash, revenue recognition, and daily dashboard reporting.
• Internal Controls and Compliance: Develop, refine and maintain internal control systems, enforce company policies, and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Audit and Tax Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, tax professionals, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strategic Analysis: Analyze business operations, costs, and revenues to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Team Leadership: Train and mentor accounting staff while improving financial systems and incorporating automation and other tools.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive financial operations management experience, ideally including some early experience in a Big 4 or regional CPA firm.
• Strong knowledge of the general ledger, ERP systems, billing, payroll, risk management, state and federal taxes, sales taxes, revenue recognition, financial planning and analysis.
• Collaborate with leadership across Finance, Operations, Product, HR, Marketing, and Sales to ensure financial accuracy and process alignment.
• Leadership attributes and be able to navigate critical areas for successful growth.
• Provide hands-on support to the CFO on special projects, including investor reporting, board materials, and strategic initiatives.
• Willing to roll up your sleeves and get involved in the details as well as to operate at a higher strategic level.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• CPA designation is required.
• Recent experience in a comparable role as a Controller/CPA in a medium sized business.
• Recent experience with utilization and implementation of AI within Finance.

Core Competencies

• Ability to utilize AI to eliminate repetitive tasks and assist with streamlining all facets and processes within Finance.
• Outstanding communication skills (written, oral and listening).
• Able to work in diverse groups (collaboration) and within a remote setting.
• Critical thinking and problem solving.
• Experience with consolidations and international subsidiaries.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong understanding of financial modeling, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Proficiency in NetSuite and advanced Excel skills.
• Detail oriented, but able to see the big picture.
• Able to take timely initiative in appropriate situations.

Location

United States (Remote)

Employment Type

Full-Time (US)