Strategic Controller for Growing CPG Brands

CFS; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Medical benefits 80%+

Job summary

CFS in Fairfield County, CT, is seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting across a multi-brand consumer products portfolio. Reporting to the CFO, you will own the monthly close, strengthen internal controls, and partner with FP&A, tax, and external auditors in a fast-growing environment.

The role offers visibility in a small finance team, direct partnership with senior leaders, and a generous benefits package including unlimited

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including owning the month-end close and managing an accounting team.
• Experience in consumer products, ecommerce, or inventory-based businesses.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience with inventory and cost accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Experience with ecommerce and marketplace platforms (Shopify, Amazon, etc.) and wholesale and retail channels.
• Experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG) or beauty.
• Experience with multi-entity consolidations.
• Experience working for a private equity backed institution.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely results in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversee the general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations across all Belle Brands entities.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and intercompany transactions.
• Establish, document, and continuously improve accounting policies and procedures.
• Prepare and review monthly financial statements and consolidated reporting across the brand portfolio.
• Deliver financial results, KPIs, and variance analysis to the CFO and leadership team.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning in partnership with FP&A.
• Provide insights and recommendations that support strategic decision-making.
• Oversee inventory accounting, cost of goods sold, and product costing across the portfolio.
• Reconcile inventory movements and lead periodic physical inventory counts.
• Partner with operations and supply chain to ensure accurate costing and margin reporting.
• Establish and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
• Lead the annual audit and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.
• Oversee tax filings and coordination with external tax advisors, including income, sales and use, and payroll taxes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Manage, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, and sales teams to ensure financial accuracy.
• Support FP&A, M&A, integration, and private equity and lender reporting as needed.
• Lead special projects and process and system improvements, including ERP optimization

Skills

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Excel skills

Cost accounting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Shopify

Amazon

Job description

CFS in Fairfield County, CT, is seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting across a multi-brand consumer products portfolio. Reporting to the CFO, you will own the monthly close, strengthen internal controls, and partner with FP&A, tax, and external auditors in a fast-growing environment.

The role offers visibility in a small finance team, direct partnership with senior leaders, and a generous benefits package including unlimited