Financial Controller

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Controller to bring structure, accountability, and visibility to our financial operations. This role will own core accounting processes while partnering with leadership to improve cash flow management, payroll reliability, and financial controls. This is a roll-up-your-sleeves role in a developing finance function.

• Own the company's cash flow management strategy, including daily liquidity management, weekly forecasting, and long-range cash planning.
• Develop rolling cash flow forecasts and provide recommendations regarding spending priorities, capital allocation, and risk mitigation.
• Provide executive leadership with visibility into cash position, future obligations, and financial risks.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes while ensuring the company operates within approved budgets.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability, operational efficiency, and cash preservation.
• Evaluate financing needs and support lending relationships, financing initiatives, and capital planning.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the accounting team, establishing clear standards for accountability and performance.
• Ensure the ERP system remains accurate, current, and capable of supporting reliable financial reporting and executive decision-making.
• Maintain ownership of month-end close, general ledger integrity, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls, accounting processes, and financial governance to support company growth.
• Serve as the primary owner of investor and leadership financial reporting requests, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Partner with HR, Operations, and Project Management to improve planning, reporting, and financial discipline across the organization.

Required:

• 6–10 years of accounting/finance experience
• Experience with full-cycle accounting and month-end close
• Exposure to cash flow management and payroll processes
• Experience in small to mid-sized or growth-stage companies
• Strong attention to detail and ownership mindset

Preferred:

• Experience in a resource-constrained or fast-changing environment
• Familiarity with commission structures and variable compensation
• Experience improving financial processes and controls
• Play a key role in strengthening financial stability and operations
• Work cross-functionally with leadership and impact decision-making
• Be part of a fast-growing, design-driven company
• Real opportunities for professional growth and advancement