Urban Remedy is plant-based organic food company that embodies the belief that Food is Healing. Blending ancient medicinal principals with modern culinary innovation, we offer the cleanest, naturally functional food. All of our ready-to-eat meals, snacks and cold pressed juices are certified organic, certified non-GMO, gluten free, and low glycemic. Urban Remedy ships directly to customers from its headquarters in Point Richmond, CA and also operates several retail locations in the San Francisco Bay Area.
The Controller for Urban Remedy, reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations and Finance, will be a key member of the Finance Team, and will assume an important regulatory role in the overall development and growth of the company. The Controller will be responsible for establishing and maintaining systems and controls that verify the integrity of all financial systems, processes, and financial data, and enhance the company's value. Additionally, they will have day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all aspects of the general ledger. They will have a strong background in both public and private accounting, have experience in cost accounting, and be knowledgeable about subscription, e-commerce, and/or CPG business models.
The ideal candidate is data and technology-centric, and is comfortable working in a small company where there is pressure to move quickly and take on large projects. The Controller should be excited about taking on a hands-on leadership role, creating reliable controls to ensure continued company-wide growth and value creation over the next few years.
- CPA preferred
- Bachelor's degree mandatory
- 5-8 years in both public & private accounting; Big Four accounting firm and/or large bank experience preferred.
- Accounting experience in a subscription, e-commerce, or CPG environment. Experience with inventory and cost accounting strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of all functions and systems for internal controls, internal and external reporting, audit, and tax
- High level of familiarity with QuickBooks and previous ERP implementation experience
- Experience managing payroll
- Strong Excel, written, organizational, and verbal communication skills
- Own all aspects of the general ledger, including revenue and expense recognition, inventory, payroll, fixed assets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, etc.
- Oversee the preparation of GAAP financial statements and audit-friendly supporting schedules
- Prepare weekly and monthly financial reporting packages for management and investors
- Coordinate with external auditors as required
- Oversee all tax reporting and filings for the company, including federal and state income tax, quarterly sales tax, and other filings as necessary
- Own and maintain day-to-day management of the company’s insurance policies
- Monitor new accounting and financial reporting guidance, evaluate potential impact to the company, and make recommendations as necessary
- Create and maintain a well-organized financial data and document warehouse
- Manage the Accounting team (currently one AR/AP employee)
- Committed to quality and excellence; detail-driven and execution-focused
- Passionate, high-energy, visionary leader, capable of driving speed and discipline throughout the organization
- Ability to work well with, lead, and influence others in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communicator, both internally and externally
- Impeccable judgment and strategic thought leadership
- Highly entrepreneurial spirit with the ability to operate nimbly
- Down-to-earth personal style with high humility and integrity
- Passionate about entrepreneurialism, innovation, change and building
- Dedicated to Urban Remedy’s mission and showing up with the ability to inspire excellence in others.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Urban Remedy offers a comprehensive benefits plan as part of employment that include medical, dental, vision and life insurance. The company also offers paid time off and company paid holidays.
- Stock options based on level of experience
- Food perks!
