Controller – Startup Environment - Planet Harvest
Chicago, IL $125,000.00–$150,000.00
Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, including hiring, performance management, and training.
- Establish and maintain accounting standards and policies in alignment with GAAP.
- Oversee account reconciliations, special accounting projects, and communication with internal stakeholders and external auditors.
- Support payroll, commissions, and financial performance benchmarking.
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes and coordinate with external accounting firms as needed.
- Oversee core accounting functions such as balance sheet reconciliations, GL coding approvals, fixed asset records, and invoice processing.
- Manage financial system integrations and support implementation of accounting software upgrades and process improvements.
- Lead cross‑functional initiatives related to accounting and finance.
- Prepare and present financial reports and budgets for executive review.
- Develop and monitor accounting KPIs.
- Identify financial and compliance risks and assist leadership in risk mitigation.
- Champion organizational improvement initiatives and uphold company values.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
- Experience operating strategically and tactically in a middle‑market environment.
- At least 5 years leading a small accounting department (Accounting, AP, AR).
- Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
- Advanced Excel and Google Sheets skills.
- Strong motivation, growth mindset, and ability to develop others.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Suite.
Other Details
- Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
- Employment type: Full‑time
- Job function: Accounting/Auditing
- Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage