Controller

• Controller opportunity with a dynamic, fast-growing innovator in the Pro-Audio industry.
• Opportunity to shape strategy, optimize operations, and sit at the table with executive leadership for future capital raises.
• Fast-track career progression, with a defined path to the Director of Finance position.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Foster a collaborative, results-driven, and values-aligned work environment.
• Promote a culture of financial stewardship, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Provide strategic insights to support decision-making, long-term planning, and capital initiatives, including participation in fundraising or pitch committees with senior leadership.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Analyze financial results versus budget and forecast, providing actionable recommendations for operational and strategic improvements.
• Assess production and engineering costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with operations to optimize inventory management and allocate labor, materials, and factory overhead efficiently.
• Submit bank margin reports, grant reports, and GST filings.
• Prepare financial reporting packages and presentations for leadership.

• Develop cash flow strategies to support both operational requirements and strategic growth initiatives.
• Oversee accounts receivable and payable processes, ensuring timely collections and payments.
• Report cash flow and financial KPIs to leadership, highlighting risk areas and opportunities.

• Lead the budgeting process, including setting financial targets, forecasting costs, and cash flow projections.
• Analyze budget vs. actual performance, identifying variances, risks, and opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Support long-term financial planning and scenario modeling to enable strategic business decisions.

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls to ensure data integrity, financial accuracy, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee risk management processes and ensure adherence to corporate policies, tax laws, and accounting standards.
• Collaborate with external accountants and auditors to facilitate annual reporting and compliance requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or CMA Designation
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 1 year in a manufacturing environment

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