Overview:
The Controller will help set the Companys financial strategy and be essential to its ongoing growth and success.
The successful candidate will have a track record of instituting analytical, data-centric metrics in high-growth companies.
Additionally, this role requires an individual who is a self-starter and has excellent attention to detail.
The position will report to the President and is located in Long Beach, California.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
– Financial modeling, analysis and administration
– Cash management, capital budgeting and financial reporting
– Monitor, measure, and report on financial issues, opportunities and achievements
– Maintain regular processes and dashboards for measuring necessary aspects of the Companys financial performance
– Develop continuous process improvement strategies to drive financial and operational efficiencies and cost savings
– Be the point person for all numbers and data relating to the Company and responsible for P&L budget management
– Provide analysis for key metrics including forecasting cash flow
– Manage the capitalization process involving both debt and equity financing
– Provide financial leadership in an early stage company in a rapid growth environment
– Guide the organization with data and insight and ensure that the Company has the funds necessary to capitalize on its growth opportunities ahead
Job Requirements:
– Bachelors degree in business administration or a related field
– 7+ years experience in the consumer products or retail industry in a financial controller role
– Highly proficient in QuickBooks and Excel, with a proven ability to learn new systems and manage data effectively.
– Start-up experience (i.e.
business/company development ramping an organization using minimal resources, etc.)
– Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
– Strong personal presentation skills to persuade external audiences, board members, strategic partners, key customers, investors and internal stakeholders
– Understanding of term sheets, cap tables and valuations
– Highly analytical, organized, proactive, and motivated
– Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Compensation will be commensurate with experience.