Financial Controller

Controller (Finance)

Financial Integrity | Operational Excellence | Strategic Partnership

Location:

On-Site | Charlotte, NC (HQ)

Experience

Required:

7+ Years in Finance / Accounting

People Manager:
Yes (Finance & Accounting Team)

Reports To:

CEO

Classification:
Full-Time, Exempt

Department:
Finance & Accounting

Dingo Blu is seeking an experienced and hands‑on Controller to build and lead the finance and accounting function from the ground up. This is a foundational role with significant impact — you will be the first dedicated finance leader in the organization, responsible for establishing our financial infrastructure, ensuring the integrity of our financial data, and delivering the insights that drive strategic decision‑making.

This is not a background role. You will be embedded in the business, partnering directly with the executive team, and operating as the financial conscience of Dingo Blu. You thrive in a fast‑moving startup environment, are energized by building things from scratch, and are equally comfortable setting strategy as you are rolling up your sleeves to get the work done. If you bring the discipline of a corporate finance background and the agility of an operator — this role was built for you.

• Design, configure, and implement the company’s accounting and financial management platform (e.g., Quick Books Online, Net Suite, Sage Intacct, or equivalent ERP).
• Establish and maintain the chart of accounts, general ledger structure, and accounting policies aligned with GAAP.
• Integrate financial systems with banking platforms, payroll providers, and other third‑party tools.
• Define internal controls and accounting procedures to ensure data accuracy, security, and audit‑readiness from day one.
• Evaluate and onboard additional financial tools as the business scales (expense management, AP automation, FP&A software, etc.).

• Produce accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including the Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Statement of Cash Flows.
• Ensure all financial reporting is compliant with GAAP and applicable regulatory standards.
• Prepare management reporting packages that translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for the executive team and Board.
• Conduct variance analysis to explain deviations from budget and forecast, identifying trends and risks.
• Maintain and continuously improve financial reporting processes for speed, accuracy, and transparency.

• Direct all tax compliance, corporate filings, and reporting at the state and federal level
• Proactively identify and implement tax optimization strategies, maximizing available credits and structural advantages specific to the fintech and banking sectors.
• Maximize pre‑revenue tax advantages before the fall soft launch. Specifically, manage the identification, documentation, and claiming of federal and state R&D tax credits (IRC Section 41) for the development of our proprietary banking infrastructure and mobile platform. Optimize the treatment of startup and organizational costs (IRC Section 195).
• Monitor and manage multi‑state tax exposure as our user base grows nationally. Navigate the complexities of state‑by‑state economic nexus thresholds for digital financial services, while managing our primary North Carolina corporate income and franchise tax obligations.

• Build and maintain a rolling 13‑week cash flow forecast to ensure Dingo Blu maintains adequate liquidity at all times.
• Monitor daily cash positions across all bank accounts and optimize working capital management.
• Develop and maintain banking relationships, including managing credit facilities and treasury functions.
• Identify cash flow risks proactively and present mitigation strategies to leadership.
• Oversee payroll funding, vendor payment scheduling, and receivables collection in coordination with the appropriate teams.

• Own the end‑to‑end accounts payable cycle: vendor onboarding, invoice receipt, approval workflows, payment processing, and reconciliation.
• Establish and enforce payment…