Controller

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring deadlines are consistently met
• Lead annual audit and tax preparation with external auditors and tax firm – near-term priorities include 2024-25 tax returns and 2025 audit
• Maintain and enhance internal financial controls
• Coordinate and ensure compliance with all periodic filings, registrations, licenses, etc.

• Own all general ledger activities, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll
• Own all journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses
• Oversee cost accounting, inventory valuation, and revenue recognition processes
• Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and best practices
• Manage fixed asset accounting and depreciation schedules – a key focus area will be cleanup of legacy NetSuite implementation issues and building long-term scalable solutions
• Implement scalable processes and systems across finance, billing, and procurement to support a multi-product business with both SaaS and manufacturing operations

• Partner with FP&A Manager on budgeting, forecasting, and monthly variance analysis
• Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making with VP Finance
• Develop and track key performance indicators and financial metrics for Accounting function
• Support due diligence efforts for potential capital raises and/or M&A processes
• Support scaling of Utilities-focused business segment, including rev rec and other matters

• Lead, mentor, and develop Staff Accountant (with opportunity to directly manage)
• Establish and execute Accounting performance goals and quarterly OKRs
• Identify training needs and foster professional development opportunities
• Champion operational and fiscal discipline, continuous improvement, and transparency
• Get the most out of software systems (NetSuite, Airbase, etc.) – track and analyze financial and operational data on a recurring basis to inform strategic and tactical decisions

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 
  8+ years of experience in accounting and/or corporate finance
• Hands-on experience at a “startup” or venture-to-growth stage company (Series A-C)
• Recent roles in climate tech, SaaS, or advanced manufacturing environments is a plus – ideal candidate has a strong understanding of manufacturing cost accounting, supply chain, oil & gas operations, SaaS
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or business
• Master’s degree in accounting or MBA is a plus
• CPA required
• NetSuite experience required, ideally expert knowledge
• Proven ability to design, build, scale, and elevate accounting functions

Benefits

• Salary range: $190,000-$200,000 annual base
• Hybrid work environment (at least 3 days/week in Denver office)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with low deductibles and premiums paid by company 99% for self and 50% for dependents and/or spouse
• 401K with company match (no vesting period)
• Opportunity for equity ownership
• Student loan assistance
• Generous culture around time off, including:
  • 4 weeks of PTO per year
  • 6 days of sick time per year
  • 11 paid company holidays per year
  • 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave (gender neutral) including adoptions
• Flex Choice Monthly Stipend – choice between parking, public transportation, or wellness assistance
• Dog friendly office environment

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