(CPA) CFO/Controller

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Job description

Controller

Salary: $125,000 - 175,000 + 20% bonus potential and equity

About the Company: Our client is an innovative and exciting manufacturer of consumer products of natural snack foods. The company boasts an impressive growth trajectory and you'll find a network of passionate and successful leaders bringing a wealth of experience in manufacturing and product development. A company that has taken the snack industry by storm with a variety of flavors that can be found in most retail stores.

About the Role: This is a newly created role reporting to the VP of Accounting. the Controller will take on the responsibility of the month-end close process. There is an initial travel requirements every other week for the first 6-9 months, and potentially monthly thereafter. The Controller will play a crucial role in managing the financial operations of the company, supervising a team of three, and contributing to the continued growth and success of the company and their products.

Controller Key Responsibilities:

• Own the month-end close process.
• Manage the annual audit.
• Handle trade accounting for chargebacks, promotions, and deductions.
• Oversee tax reporting.
• Manage cash flow, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Cost management including inventory and cost of goods sold (COGS).
• Perform hands-on financial tasks and support the finance team.

Preferred Experience of the Controller:

• manufacturing experience, particularly with month-end close processes and inventory management.
• branded consumer packaged goods (CPG) experience, including trade accounting, rebates, chargebacks, promotions, and deduction accounting.
• Proven track record in a high-growth work environment.
• CPA certification is a plus.
• Strong cultural fit: driven, proactive, adaptable, and entrepreneurial-minded.

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