Controller

Hybrid Controller Role - 2 days in office

Our start-up client, poised for tremendous growth, is seeking a hands-on, systems-oriented Controller with deep ecommerce experience and strong ERP discipline. The ideal candidate has operated in a high-growth product company processing thousands of ecommerce orders annually, understands inventory accounting across outsourced manufacturers, and can move the company from cash-basis to accrual accounting.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

Lead transition from cash-basis to accrual accounting in compliance with U.S. GAAP

Prepare monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)

Own month-end close process

Document accounting policies and implement internal controls

Oversee AP, AR, payroll coordination, and GL integrity

Manage external CPA relationship

ERP & Systems Leadership

Serve as primary finance owner of Rootstock ERP

Ensure accurate revenue recognition, inventory accounting, and COGS tracking

Integrate and reconcile Shopify, ShipStation, Salesforce, and Rootstock systems

Maintain system data integrity and scalable workflows

Ecommerce & Revenue Operations

Manage high-volume ecommerce accounting (thousands of orders annually)

Reconcile payment processors and merchant accounts

Oversee returns, refunds, and fulfillment cost accounting

Manage multi-state sales tax compliance

Inventory & Contract Manufacturing Accounting

Account for inventory held at outsourced manufacturers

Track raw materials, WIP, and finished goods

Accurately calculate and report COGS

Develop controls around consigned or third-party stored inventory

Compliance & Operational Controls

Implement and manage employee expense system

Develop scalable internal control framework

Prepare company for potential audit or investor diligence

Required Qualifications

CPA strongly preferred

7+ years progressive accounting experience

Extensive ecommerce accounting experience (Shopify & ShipStation)

Direct experience using Rootstock ERP preferred

Deep Salesforce experience

Experience converting cash to accrual accounting

Strong outsourced manufacturing inventory accounting knowledge

Experience managing multi-state sales tax compliance

Compensation

Competitive salary ($165,000 - $195,000) plus equity participation; unlimited PTO; fully paid medical, dental & vision premiums for the entire family