Controller x remote x 180K - 200K + equity

Vaco; Los Angeles (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing startup in the CPG industry as a Controller, where you will take ownership of the general ledger and month-end close. This fully remote position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside industry leaders and contribute to building the accounting function from the ground up. You will be responsible for implementing financial processes, ensuring compliance, and providing insights to optimize financial resources. If you have a strong background in food or beverage manufacturing, this role is tailored for you. Embrace the chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment!

Benefits

Equity compensation

Fully remote position

Opportunity for growth

Work with industry leaders

Qualifications

• 15+ years of accounting experience required.
• Experience in food/beverage or CPG is a must.
• CPA preferred for candidates without food/beverage experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Monitor cash flow and manage working capital.
• Coordinate external audits and maintain internal controls.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Accounting experience

Food and beverage experience

CPG experience

Public accounting experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Financial reporting software

Job description

Controller - General Ledger - G/L - G.L. - Month-End - COGS - Cost of Goods Sold - Wholesale - System Implementation - System Migration - CPG - Inventory

Are you an Assistant Controller or Director of Accounting with food and/or beverage manufacturing experience? If so, then we want to talk to you about a Controller opportunity that we are working on.

A startup CPG company is looking to add a Controller to their team. In this newly created position, the Controller will be responsible for owning the GL and month-end close, COGS, and spearheading system implementation projects. Does this sound like you or someone you know? If so, then please read the full Controller job description below.

What do you need for this Controller role?

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field
• 15+ years of accounting experience
• MUST have food or beverage experience
• If not food or beverage experience, then CPG with public accounting experience and a CPA
• Advanced Excel skills

What will you do in this Controller role?

• Prepare and oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Analyze financial data to provide actionable insights to the leadership team.
• Monitor cash flow, manage working capital, and optimize financial resources to support growth.
• Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and banking relationships.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, including tax filings.
• Establish, document, and maintain robust internal controls and accounting policies.
• Coordinate external audits and act as the primary point of contact for auditors.
• Implement and maintain accounting and financial reporting software.
• Continuously improve financial processes and systems to increase efficiency and scalability.

What is in this Controller role for you?

• Fully remote position
• Opportunity to work for a fast-growing brand
• Management team consists of industry leaders
• Equity compensation
• Opportunity to help build out the accounting and business on the ground floor

So, if you are a Director or Assistant Controller with food or beverage manufacturing experience then we want to hear from you! Please send your resume to us for this Controller role as we would love to chat with you!

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