Controller – CPG, E-Commerce

FinanceWithin

. Oversee a pod of Accounting Managers, bookkeepers, and a book of clients .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in full-cycle accounting, team leadership, and client advisory roles, with a strong focus on financial analysis, GAAP compliance, and the development of standard operating procedures. Proficient in leveraging accounting software and e-commerce platforms to enhance operational efficiency and client communication.

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Full-Cycle AccountingTeam LeadershipAdvanced QBO ExpertiseFinancial Statement AnalysisE-Commerce Client Experience

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Hard Skills

Full-Cycle AccountingFinancial Statement AnalysisGAAP ComplianceInventory ReconciliationAccounts Receivable ProcessingAccounts Payable ProcessingPayroll ProcessingBudget ManagementSOP DevelopmentAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeam-Centric AttitudeTime ManagementProactive ApproachTraining and Development

Tools & Technologies

QuickBooks OnlineExcelNetSuiteXeroShopifyAmazonPayPalBill.comSPS CommerceTarget

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Industry Keywords

E-CommerceConsultingAccounting Best PracticesAudit SupportDue Diligence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee a pod of Accounting Managers, bookkeepers, and a book of clients
Provide team support, direction, supervision, and training
Oversee month-end close and key accounting activities
Review management reports, key metrics, accounting packages, reconciliations, and balance sheet and P&L trends
Review inventory reconciliation, write-offs, obsolescence adjustments, product costs, and inventory systems
Review accounts receivable processing and aging reports
Review accounts payable processing, aging reports, and Bill.com payments
Review payroll processing, journal entries, and accruals
Provide ad hoc reports and details
Provide client dashboards and KPIs
Help clients develop finance and accounting SOPs
Educate clients on their financial situation and serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner
Oversee client communications and serve as an escalation point
Develop SOPs and training documents
Lead training sessions
Create efficiencies, build automations, and enable AI where possible
Manage the pod budget
Maintain clean files and document storage

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in full-cycle accounting
2+ years of experience in a multi-client or consulting role
2+ years of experience leading a team
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting required
Advanced level expertise in QBO and Excel required
NetSuite and Xero experience highly valued
Experience with e-commerce clients is required
Experience with typical e-commerce tech stack, like Shopify, Amazon, PayPal, bill.com, etc. required
Experience with wholesale and retail platforms like SPS Commerce and Target highly valued
Solid understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices required
Audit and/or due diligence support experience highly valued
Solid understanding of financial statements and how to evaluate them required
Excellent analytical and communication skills required
Ability to effectively prioritize and manage time in a remote work environment required
Proactive and team-centric attitude required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work arrangement
Opportunity to work with smart, motivated, kind people
Work on ambitious consumer brands from startup to scale and exit
Professional exposure to strategy, accounting, operations, automation, and AI tools