Corporate Controller

Ascendo Resources; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendo Resources is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead the accounting organization during its next phase of expansion. Reporting to the CFO, this role will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and external audit activities for a fast-growing consumer brand.

The ideal candidate has a CPA, 8+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership, and a proven ability to build scalable processes and public company readiness (SEC, SOX, and governance).

Qualifications

• CPA required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Big Four or national public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting.
• Experience leading financial reporting for a high-growth, multi-entity organization.
• Experience preparing organizations for public company reporting, including SEC reporting, SOX, or IPO readiness strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to build scalable accounting processes and internal controls.
• ERP implementation or optimization experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Treasury, Fixed Assets, and month-end close.
• Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Drive public company readiness initiatives, including SEC reporting preparation, internal controls, and accounting policy development.
• Serve as the technical accounting lead, researching and documenting complex accounting matters and new accounting standards.
• Design, implement, and enhance internal controls and financial reporting processes to support continued growth.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and coordinate annual audits and quarterly reviews.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through process optimization, automation, and technology.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing accounting team while fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partner cross-functionally with executive leadership to support strategic initiatives and operational decision-making.

Job description

An established, founder-led consumer brand experiencing exponential growth is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead its accounting organization during its next phase of expansion.

This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who enjoys building scalable finance organizations, strengthening controls, and partnering closely with executive leadership. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical accounting foundation, thrives in fast-paced environments, and has experience preparing companies for public company reporting and governance standards.

Position Overview

Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will oversee all accounting operations, financial reporting, technical accounting, internal controls, and external audit activities. This individual will play a key role in strengthening the finance function, improving processes, and building the infrastructure necessary to support a rapidly growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Treasury, Fixed Assets, and month-end close.
• Oversee the preparation of timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Drive public company readiness initiatives, including SEC reporting preparation, internal controls, and accounting policy development.
• Serve as the technical accounting lead, researching and documenting complex accounting matters and new accounting standards.
• Design, implement, and enhance internal controls and financial reporting processes to support continued growth.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and coordinate annual audits and quarterly reviews.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through process optimization, automation, and technology.Mentor and develop a high-performing accounting team while fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partner cross-functionally with executive leadership to support strategic initiatives and operational decision-making.

Qualifications

• CPA required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Big Four or national public accounting experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting.
• Experience leading financial reporting for a high-growth, multi-entity organization.
• Experience preparing organizations for public company reporting, including SEC reporting, SOX, or IPO readiness strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to build scalable accounting processes and internal controls.
• ERP implementation or optimization experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across all levels of the organization.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

• Opportunity to build and elevate the accounting function during a period of exceptional growth.
• High visibility with executive leadership and meaningful influence on the company's long-term strategy.
• Fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where decisions are made quickly and impact is tangible.
• Competitive compensation package, bonus opportunity, and long-term career growth.