We have a new opportunity for a qualified, talented, and motivated individual to lead our accounting team.
As part of the Senior Leadership Team, the Corporate Controller will build upon the Company’s initial administrative foundation, establishing a platform for substantial projected growth. They will oversee all accounting functions and personnel, and will be responsible for financial reporting, audit facilitation, transaction system/accounting integrity, fully establishing US GAAP practices and procedures, internal controls and risk management, strategic planning, period-end financial closing, as well as budgeting, rolling financial forecasts, and KPI reporting.
As part of a young and fast-growing company, the Corporate Controller will also have the hands-on experience and “grit” to “do the work” while developing their accounting team.
- Oversee all accounting functions including AR, AP, GL, Cost & Inventory Accounting, & Revenue Recognition
- Develop, manage, and lead the accounting team
- Implement & maintain US GAAP practices and procedures
- Establish Internal Controls
- Establish Policies, Procedures, & Work-Flow Systems
- Budgeting & Financial Forecasting
- Chart of Accounts Maintenance & Control
- Research & Resolution of Accounting Issues
- Compilation, Analysis, and Presentation of Financial Statements
- Define, Calculate, and Report on Operational & Financial Key Performance Indicators
- Review Reports for Variances, Trends, & Financial Position
- Facilitate Internal & External Audits
- Statutory Audits
- Regulatory Reporting
- Advise Company on Technical Accounting Issues and Compliance
- Monthly, Quarterly, and Year-End Close Management
- Provide Accounting/Financial Insight on Company Strategic Plans
- Risk Management
- Establish & Manage Company Filing & Record Keeping (Virtual & Physical)
- Management of Bank Accounts, Credit Lines, & Loan Payments
- Integration, Automation, and Integrity of Accounting and Transaction Software Systems & Processes
- Tax Compliance (Domestic & International)
- Oversee Journal Entries (Standard, Recurring, & Adjusting)
- Oversee Bank Reconciliations, Grower Accounting, Trade Assessments, Grower Financing, Grower Expense Recoveries, Lot Liquidations, Payroll, Employee Reimbursements, Insurance, Licensing, Permits, and Certification Payments
- Reports to President/CEO as part of the Senior Leadership Team
- External party interaction with Growers, Buyers, Material & Service Providers, Regulatory Bodies, Trade Associations, Auditing Firms, Attorneys, etc.
- Internal Interaction with Management, Members, Sales & Accounting Teams, Operations & Logistics Teams, and Quality Assurance and Compliance Teams
- Expert level Excel for Accounting and Financial Modeling
- Strong Technical Accounting
- Strong Mathematical Ability
- Full Spanish-English Biliteracy Required
- Strong Reasoning/Problem Solving Ability
- Data Interpretation & Trend Recognition
- Extensive Transaction/Accounting Systems Experience
- Ability to Focus Amidst Multiple Shifting Priorities
- Outstanding Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Strong Presentation Skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels, from Members to Junior Staffers
- Impeccable Integrity
- Strong Work Ethic
- Confidence, Patience, and Humility
- Self-Starter
- Multi-Tasker and Agile Prioritizer
- Rigorous Detail
- Discrete in Managing Confidential/Sensitive Company Information
- Analytical and Passionate About their Work
- Personable and Multi-Cultural