Financial Controller

Financial Controller (USA)Forget green ledger paper, pocket protectors, and the slow grind of traditional corporate accounting. Born in Australia and now a fast-growing global DTC retailer, BikesOnline is looking for an inquisitive, hands-on Financial Controller to steer our $20M US operation right here in sunny San Clemente. Partnering directly with our US COO and backed by a dedicated team in Mexico for day-to-day support, you'll take true ownership across the accounting spectrum, optimize processes, and help our business scale.

At 30 flexible hours a week, it's a high-impact seat with immense room for professional growth—without chaining you to a desk when you could be outside enjoying the ride. If your passion for debits and credits matches our mission to make cycling accessible to everyone, we'd love to have you on the team.Role SummaryThe Financial Controller (USA) leads financial control, reporting and compliance for Bikes Online Inc., the US business of BikesOnline, an Australian founded direct-to-consumer bicycle retailer. The US business turns over approximately US$20 million a year and is growing, and runs on a 30 June financial year aligned to its Australian parent.

The Controller reviews, signs off and locks the monthly close, approves payroll and payments, oversees US tax and compliance, and is the finance partner to the COO (US) and executive team. It leads a two-person finance team in Mexico, who prepare the day-to-day accounting and the month-end close.Primary Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:Financial control and month-end closePayment and payroll approvalReporting, planning and analysisTreasury and lender managementTax and complianceAudit and intercompanyTeam leadership and collaborationProcess, technology and continuous improvementQualificationsBachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance from an accredited college or universityUS CPA accreditationExperience10+ years in commercial and public accounting, including controller-level roles.Ecommerce or direct-to-consumer and inventory accounting.US payroll compliance and working knowledge of multi-state sales tax.Foreign-owned US subsidiaries, intercompany accounting and transfer pricing documentation.US banking processes and lender reporting.Leading and reviewing remote or offshore accounting teams.Partnering with operations teams on inventory controls.SkillsXero experience; Shopify and Brightpearl a plus.Strong financial modeling and spreadsheet skills.Clear communicator who can constructively challenge an operating plan.Organized and deadline-driven, and comfortable acting as payment and payroll approver.Confident using AI and automation tools.Required to be within commuting distance of San Clemente.ValuesOur company values are integral to our culture and success. We expect that you embrace our core values, with behaviors and actions that:Delight the CustomerFocus on the ProcessTake responsibilityLearn Grow and DevelopOne Team Together