Corporate Controller

American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) provides technical development and commercialization of domestic, sustainable sourcing of critical battery materials through lithium-ion battery recycling and battery metal extraction technologies for use in batteries that power electric cars, grid storage applications, and consumer electronics and tools. Our first of kind systems produce commercial-scale battery materials that are sold into the battery manufacturing supply chain.

We’re looking for a Corporate Controller to join our growing Accounting and Finance team. This role will be critical in supporting our growth and will have a significant impact on our company, with the opportunity to work on multiple technical accounting projects, research to solve ambiguous problems and implement novel accounting policies and procedures.  

The ideal candidate must thrive in a fast-paced environment, be driven to research by curiosity, work cross-functionally, and be adaptable to changing responsibilities and priorities. 

• Responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations ensuring compliance with the business' accounting policies and procedures.  

• Overall responsibility for the accurate and timely closing of the monthly, quarterly, and annual books and records in accordance with US GAAP.  

• Lead the preparation of required SEC filings. 

• Review monthly manufacturing cost accounting entries (manufacturing and purchase price variances) to ensure booking in accordance with company accounting policies.  

• Assess and evaluate financial performance of the organization regarding long-term operational goals, budgets, and forecasts.  

• Monitor inventory reports to ensure accuracy, resolve variances, and perform variance and trend analysis, financial and margin analysis.  

• Lead, train, develop, and motivated accounting staff to maintain a high level of employee commitment and competence for sustained and self-reliant performance and achievement of departmental and organizational goals.  

• Act as a strategic business partner to the senior executive leadership team.  

• Ensure a strong system of internal controls exists and is properly monitored; lead efforts for SOX compliance as the company transitions to accelerated filer status. 

• Primary point of contact for external auditors, accounting advisors and consultants during quarter- and year-end audit.  

• Preparation and/or review of audit schedules Ad hoc analysis/projects. 

• Identify, evaluate and implement process improvement and efficiencies opportunities to reduce manual work and increase automation. 

• This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions.  

• While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting  

• 10+ years of experience desired Strong GAAP knowledge  

• Manufacturing experience (cost accounting knowledge)  

• Mix of finance/accounting experience Proven strong leadership skills   

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA preferred
• SAP by Design Experience with a start-up company    

• Competitive salary 

• Company-sponsored health, dental, vision, and life insurance 
• Parental Leave

• Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program  

• Stock options 

• 401(K) 

• Flexible paid time off 

Expected Pay Range

$150k - $195k per year.

Compensation for this position may vary based on a number of individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The total compensation package may also include additional components such as bonus, equity, and benefits, which will be detailed upon offer of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

American Battery Technology Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.  

Americans With Disabilities Act 

American Battery Technology Company does not discriminate based upon disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with the ADA title I employment regulations. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability or a special need, please contact Human Resources.