Controller / VP Finance

Next Round; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Performance-based bonus

Health insurance and paid time off

Job summary

A leading golf resale company in Virginia seeks a hands-on Controller to oversee financial management, inventory control, and reporting. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in accounting and financial management, with strong analytical skills and a CPA preferred. This role offers a competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 and opportunities to impact the company's growth.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience in an inventory-based or multi-channel business.
• Deep understanding of inventory accounting, cost flows, and reconciliation.
• Proven experience establishing financial and operational controls.

Responsibilities

• Own the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, month-end close, and cash management.
• Develop and enforce inventory controls that ensure data accuracy and financial integrity.
• Provide financial insight to guide purchasing, pricing, and marketing initiatives.

Skills

Inventory accounting

Analytical skills

Financial management

Excel proficiency

Education

CPA or CMA preferred

MBA a plus

Job description

Next Round builds trade-in and resale infrastructure for the golf industry. We partner with major retailers, manufacturers, and private clubs to process and resell thousands of golf clubs every month through our ecommerce, wholesale, and live-selling channels.

After a period of rapid growth, we are bringing accounting and financial control in-house. We are looking for a hands-on Controller who can build strong financial and inventory controls, deliver accurate reporting, and help our leadership team make better operational decisions.

Role Summary

The Controller will join our leadership team and own all aspects of financial management, inventory control, reporting, and administrative operations. This position partners with inventory acquisition, revenue operations, and marketing to ensure we are investing company resources wisely and maximizing enterprise value.

This is a builder’s role for someone who enjoys creating structure, improving processes, and translating data into decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, month-end close, and cash management.
• Maintain accurate revenue recognition, cost of goods sold, and inventory valuation across all sales channels.
• Develop and enforce inventory controls that ensure data accuracy and financial integrity.
• Build clear, reliable financial reporting and dashboards that guide leadership decisions.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management.
• Provide financial insight to guide purchasing, pricing, and marketing initiatives.
• Oversee technical accounting, reporting, and administrative functions including payroll, insurance, HR onboarding, and vendor management.
• Manage sales tax compliance and other regulatory filings.
• Collaborate daily with leadership to align financial goals with operational priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes that connect accounting, inventory, and business strategy.

What Success Looks Like in Year One

• Inventory and financial systems are fully reconciled and reliable.
• Month-end close completed within ten business days.
• Leadership has clear visibility into profit drivers, cash flow, and resource allocation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience in an inventory-based or multi-channel business.
• Deep understanding of inventory accounting, cost flows, and reconciliation.
• Proven experience establishing financial and operational controls.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into insights.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• CPA or CMA strongly preferred; MBA a plus.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capability.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary: $120,000 - $150,000 depending on experience
• 401(k) with employer match
• Performance-based bonus
• Health insurance and paid time off

Why Join Us

You will be the financial cornerstone of a growing company that is transforming how resale works in golf. You will design the systems and controls that drive profitability and influence decisions across the organization. This role offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact on the company’s growth and long-term strategy.