Our very good “E-COMMERCE” client has engaged us to identify a Controller to join their rapidly growing company and play a key role in the continued development of the accounting and finance organization. This role reports directly to the Founders of the company. NetSuite experience is crucial to the success of the candidate

This is a great opportunity to join a hypergrowth organization. The successful candidate will have primary responsibility for the full cycle close and all reconciliations of accounts. This leader will manage the outside accounting firm who handles the day-to-day accounting and they will also be a hands on manager who will ensure proper accounting of business results, drive continuous process optimization to support the company’s rapid growth, and improve the quality of financial data to drive better business decisions.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the period-end GL close and reporting cycles of domestic and international entities
• Financial Reporting monthly to Executive Leadership Team
• OPEX, CAPEX and forecast preparation by department
• Monitor and report EBITDA
• Manage the outside accounting firm and in house accountant, as well as payroll processing
• Possess the ability to develop and implement internal financial controls
• Manage the ERP system, while working with other departments on appropriate workflows
• Tax planning with the aid of outside accounting firm
• Implement and manage a Duty Drawback program
• Inventory management, audits, and process improvements
• Administration of domestic and international insurance policies
• Cost management over domestic and International 3PL’s
• Manage preparation of required materials for tax; serve as primary contact with outside accounting firm
• Maintain expertise in applicable accounting principles and ensure that new accounting guidance is appropriately considered and implemented
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Leadership Team

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• 5 or more years corporate accounting experience
• Experience in working with multiple legal entities under different legal umbrellas
• Experience working in high growth and high-volume eCommerce business
• Experience with High Volume of Credit card transactions, Processing and Accounts payable
• Deep understanding of GAAP, tax code and relevant compliance procedures
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities in a result driven environment
• Working knowledge of short and long-term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and product-line profitability analysis
• Experience with managing the corporate audit process
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, NetSuite experience is a plus
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, including Word, and Power Point
• Expert knowledge with Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of internal control policies and procedures

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Strong analytical skills, problem solving capabilities and detail oriented
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Self-disciplined and fast paced
• Straightforward, responsible, and factual
• Ability to interface professionally with all levels of management
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to motivate and lead a team

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• CPA preferred

About Kaufman Hunt: For more than 30 years we have specialized in the placement of Accounting, Finance, Human Resources and Tax professionals in Southern California. Our expertise, contacts, and reputation combine to help companies identify, attract, and acquire the most talented professionals. For more details please visit www.kaufmanhunt.com. Thank you.