Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

SMGS, 1725 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, Washington, United States of America

The role is a highly visible leadership position that will lead the accounting function across multiple business lines and support growth and systems transformation.

• Lead all core accounting and financial reporting functions, including month‑end close, general ledger, AR/AP, payroll, and tax filings.
• Supervise internal and external financial reporting processes.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of assistant divisional controllers, driving consistency and shared standards across business lines.
• Partner with cross‑functional leaders to support business initiatives and ensure alignment across finance and operations.
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes across the organization.
• Coordinate annual audits and work closely with external auditors.
• Strengthen and maintain internal controls, systems, and processes.
• Manage cash flow and ensure strong financial stewardship.
• Play a key role in the ERP transition, representing accounting in design decisions and helping drive smooth implementation.
• Jump in where needed; the role requires proactive problem solving.

• 7–10 years of progressive accounting and financial reporting experience, including leadership roles.
• Proven experience leading, developing, and coaching accounting teams.
• Experience in multi‑entity or multi‑business environments; food manufacturing, CPG, or restaurant experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems; ERP implementation or transformation experience a strong plus.
• Strong business acumen with a curiosity to understand operations beyond accounting.
• Comfortable navigating change, ambiguity, and organizational growth.
• Collaborative and solutions‑oriented, with the ability to build strong cross‑functional relationships.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA or public accounting experience strongly preferred.

The starting salary range is $180,000 to $210,000 per year, plus an annual bonus plan. Actual compensation will be determined by skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 15 days of paid time off, 9 paid holidays, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Employees also enjoy a 35% discount at Sugar Mountain locations.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where individuals of all cultures, genders, ages, sexual orientations, and abilities feel valued, respected, and empowered. Our goal is to build a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and creates an environment where everyone belongs.

Sugar Mountain is a tobacco‑free company.