VP of Accounting & Controller

Havenly Brands; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Havenly Brands in Denver, CO is seeking a Vice President, Accounting & Controller to lead all accounting operations and drive process improvements. You will report to the CFO and partner with the leadership team to ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and timely audits.

The role requires a CPA with 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 5+ years in a supervisory capacity, strong GAAP knowledge, and expertise in NetSuite and ERP systems, plus advanced Excel.

Qualifications

• CPA designation with 10+ years of accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.
• Proficiency with NetSuite or similar ERP and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations including billing, A/R, A/P, GL, payroll, fixed assets and revenue recognition.
• Own monthly and quarterly close processes, audits, and internal controls.
• Coordinate annual financial and contract audits and tax filings.
• Lead and mentor accounting professionals, fostering a collaborative team culture.
• Provide financial insights to leadership to drive informed decisions.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

People management

NetSuite

ERP experience

Excel advanced

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

CPA certification

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

• We are currently looking for a Vice President, Accounting & Controller to join our team in Denver, CO. In this role, you will work closely with the leadership team, reporting to the CFO, to drive growth and seek improvements in operations processes, with responsibility for overseeing all accounting operations including billing, A/R, A/P, GL, payroll, fixed assets, and revenue recognition. Our ideal candidate is highly motivated and takes initiative to analyze financial performance and investigate and correct potential weaknesses
• Own and optimize all aspects of accounting operations, including accounts payable and general ledger functions, monthly and quarterly close processes, and quarterly review and annual audit procedures
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and compliance
• Coordinate all audit activity, including annual financial and contract audits
• Manage timely filing of all required tax returns and other statutory filings
• Manage and lead a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, mentoring, and fostering a collaborative work environment, with an eye on developing a future-ready accounting team
• Lead the development and improvement of processes and procedures to establish and reinforce internal controls for accurate and repeatable financial statement reporting
• Manage the resolution of complex accounting issues by preparing accounting memos detailing significant transactions and practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights that drive informed decision-making across the organization
• Implement and maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures
• Assist in board presentations and support the budget and forecasting processes

Have a CPA designation with 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role, with strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standardsBring proficiency in financial software systems (NetSuite strongly preferred), ERPs, and advanced Excel skillsCollaborate well across teams, with a low-ego, no-drama approach to getting things doneApproach ambiguous problems by figuring out what’s broken and acting on it, not waiting to be told what’s nextBonus points if you have experience working in e-commerce or technology-related industriesMove fast, take real ownership of outcomes, and hold themselves to a high bar