Controller

Were Looking For A: Controller

Location: Hybrid (El Segundo CA)

What Youll Be Doing: The Controller will be a Senior Finance Leader responsible for owning the companys accounting function and financial close ensuring accuracy rigor and scalability across a fast-growing multi-channel consumer and CPG business. This role will play a key part in strengthening financial discipline and supporting the companys next phase of growth.

This leader will bring strong technical accounting expertise ideally gained in a public or public-companyready environment along with sound operational judgment and a collaborative mindset. They will partner closely with finance leadership FP&A Data & Analytics operations and external advisors to deliver timely reliable financial reporting and continuously improve how the business operates.

• Own the monthly quarterly and annual close processes ensuring accurate timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Maintain the integrity of financial statements and continuously improve close cadence documentation and internal controls as the business scales.
• Build and maintain accounting policies procedures and controls aligned with public company requirements
• Lead audit readiness and manage relationships with external auditors and accounting advisors.
• Oversee accounting for inventory cost of goods sold and gross margin across a complex multi-channel consumer and CPG operating model.
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams on inventory valuation reserves obsolescence and demand variability.
• Own revenue recognition across DTC retail wholesale and partnership channels including discounts allowances returns and contra-revenue.
• Partner closely with FP&A and Data & Analytics to ensure alignment between accounting results and management reporting.
• Lead the evolution of accounting systems processes and tools including ERP enhancements and close automation.
• Ensure strong data integrity between accounting systems and downstream reporting and analytics.
• Build lead and develop a high-performing accounting team with a culture of ownership precision and continuous improvement.
• Act as a trusted partner to finance leadership and cross-functional teams providing accounting insight that supports planning forecasting and decision-making.

Qualifications (Note: We strongly encourage you to apply even if you dont tick ALL of these boxes.):

• 812 years of progressive accounting experience including leadership responsibility.
• Prior experience in consumer CPG retail or e-commerce businesses with inventory and multi-channel revenue complexity.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP internal controls and audit processes.
• SEC Reporting and reviewing experience (10-Q 10-K)
• Experience managing state and federal tax filings
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and accounting process transformation.
• Proven ability to operate in fast-paced high-growth environments with evolving systems and processes.
• Strong leadership communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proven ability to operate in fast-paced high-growth environments with evolving systems and processes.
• Strong leadership communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Required Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required; Active CPA required

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage We cover100% of premiumsfor medical dental and vision plans for employee-only plans.
• Annual bonus
• We match up to3.5% of your 401k contributions ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career.
• 6 paid sick and mental health daysan Employee Assistance Program free weekly yoga and meditation classes and additional mental health benefits because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.
• Invest in your future with ourEmployee Stock Ownership Plan where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock.Learn more.
• Reimbursements for a portion of personal cell phone and internet usagefor eligible employees.
• Professional developmentopportunitieswith mentorship continuous learning programs and performance-based pay increases empowering you to progress and excel in your career.
• Through our charity sponsorships you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. Weve donated over$9 millionto date.

The base salary range is $195300-$260400 plus bonus potential.

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Salary is based on a wide range of factors that include relevant experience knowledge skills other job-related qualifications and geographical location.