Controller

Controller

Reports to:                                   Chief Financial Officer

Job Status:                                    Full-Time

FLSA Classification:                     Exempt

Location:                                       Remote

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Controller manages the day-to-day financial operations of Grenova and its sister companies, Peak Robotics (PRI) and Peak Analysis and Automation (PAA). The role is responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of the books, the monthly and annual close, financial reporting, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. We run a lean finance function and use AI and automation wherever we can, so this is a hands-on role for someone who wants to be in the detail and to build better ways of working. The Controller is also the accounting lead for the move from three separate ERP systems to a single NetSuite environment, and partners with the CFO, who leads financial strategy and planning.

QUALIFICATIONS

• CPA required; Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Public accounting experience, ideally Big 4 or another well-regarded firm.
• Hands-on fluency with AI tools (for example Claude, ChatGPT or Copilot) and a track record of using them to automate close, reconciliation and reporting work, or a strong interest in learning to.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience; Controller or Assistant Controller experience is a plus but not required.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP and financial regulations.
• Experience with month-end and year-end close for multi-entity organizations, including intercompany; international (US and UK) experience is a plus.
• Experience with cost and inventory accounting; manufacturing, lab automation or other technology experience is a plus but not required.
• Experience supporting or leading an ERP implementation or migration; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with business accounting software (Dynamics 365 Business Central a plus) and advanced Excel skills.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and HR-related financial processes.
• Working knowledge of tax compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with close attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and work with outside providers; experience supervising staff is a plus.
• Clear written and verbal communication, comfort with direct feedback, and a high sense of ownership.
• Experience in a small to mid-sized company is a plus. Remote; any US time zone, with some overlap with UK hours.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Accounting Operations and Financial Reporting

• Manage accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, cost accounting, and inventory accounting.
• Own the month-end and year-end close, including account reconciliations, accruals, and intercompany eliminations.
• Prepare and review accurate financial statements, including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow reports, for management, lenders, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP or other applicable accounting standards.
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures and document key processes.
• Use AI and automation to streamline the close, reconciliations and reporting, including data feeds from source systems, and keep a written runbook for each process.
• Supervise, train, and develop accounting staff and outside providers as the team grows.

Inventory and Cost Accounting

• Oversee inventory valuation, reconciliation, cycle count review, and related reporting.
• Maintain standard costing, variance analysis, and cost-of-goods-sold accuracy.

Cash Management and Working Capital

• Monitor daily and weekly cash position and prepare cash flow reports.
• Manage collections, vendor payment timing, and other working capital processes in coordination with the CFO.

Budgeting and Forecasting Support

• Provide actuals, variance analysis, and supporting data for the annual budget and forecasts led by the CFO.
• Prepare budget-to-actual reporting and explain material variances to department heads.

Internal Controls, Audit, and Compliance

• Design, implement, and monitor internal financial controls, including segregation of duties and approval workflows.
• Coordinate external audits and tax preparation and respond to auditor requests.
• Ensure timely and accurate local, state, and federal tax filings and other regulatory compliance, including sales and use tax and payroll tax.

ERP Management and NetSuite Migration

• Serve as the accounting lead on the migration of three legacy ERP systems to NetSuite, working with the CFO, internal stakeholders and the implementation partner.
• Define financial requirements, including chart of accounts, entity and subsidiary structure, dimensions, and reporting needs.
• Lead data cleanup, mapping, migration, and validation of opening balances and historical data from each legacy system and reconcile differences in charts of accounts and processes across systems.
• Participate in system configuration, user acceptance testing, and cutover planning.
• Update and document accounting processes and internal controls for the new system.
• Train finance team members on NetSuite and manage the first closes after go-live.
• After go-live, maintain data quality and ensure the ERP is used consistently for reporting and inventory tracking.

Collaboration

• Work with department heads to provide financial information, budget tracking, and accounting guidance.
• Support the CFO and leadership team with accurate, timely financial data for decision making.
• Promote continuous improvement in accounting processes, with a focus on automation.
• All other duties as assigned.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected category.