Controller

Rho Nutrition•Miami, FL

5d•Remote

About The Position

Rho Nutrition is seeking a hands-on Controller to own its accounting operations. Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Controller will lead the close, safeguard financial statement integrity, oversee tax and audit readiness, and build processes, controls, and systems suited to a fast-growing, multi-channel CPG business. This working leader will set direction for the accounting function and coach a small team while remaining involved in detailed accounting work, including reviewing reconciliations, posting entries, and resolving problems. The role also partners with Operations, Sales, and Leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a CPG, food and beverage, dietary supplement, manufacturing, or e-commerce environment.
At least 3 years of experience leading or supervising accounting staff.
Experience managing the full accounting cycle for a business selling across DTC, Amazon, wholesale, and retail channels.
Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, ASC 606 revenue recognition, inventory accounting, and cost accounting.
Hands-on experience owning the month-end close and building scalable accounting processes.
Experience with sales tax compliance and supporting income tax reporting.
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, XLOOKUP, and data analysis.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with shifting priorities.

Nice To Haves

Active CPA strongly preferred.
Experience with QuickBooks Online, Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, Rippling, and sales tax platforms such as Numeral.
Experience leading an ERP selection or implementation.
Experience with retail chargebacks and deductions.

Responsibilities

Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, targeting completion within three business days.
Prepare and review journal entries, accruals, prepaids, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Deliver accurate, GAAP-compliant monthly financial statements and management reporting packages.
Maintain general ledger integrity through regular balance sheet reviews and account analyses.
Develop and maintain accounting policies and technical accounting guidance.
Reconcile revenue and cost of goods sold across Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, wholesale distributors, and retail in accordance with ASC 606.
Own inventory and cost accounting, including inventory balances, adjustments, and cost-of-goods-sold reconciliations.
Ensure accurate accounting for customer deductions, rebates, promotional allowances, and chargebacks.
Oversee accounts payable and receivable, including wholesale invoicing, collections, vendor onboarding, W-9/W-8 collection, and annual 1099 reporting.
Review weekly accounts receivable aging and work with customers to resolve payment disputes, deductions, and chargebacks.
Oversee semi-monthly payroll in Rippling and review payroll reports for accuracy and compliance.
Own multi-state sales tax compliance by reviewing filings prepared through Numeral and uploading them monthly.
Partner with external advisors on federal, state, and local income tax compliance and planning.
Prepare tax schedules and documentation, and track and resolve tax notices.
Serve as the primary accounting contact for external auditors and lead audit preparation, schedules, and requests.
Design, document, and maintain internal controls that keep pace with company growth.
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
Lead implementation of an ERP as the company scales beyond QuickBooks Online and drive ongoing optimization.
Identify and deliver automation and process improvements that increase speed, accuracy, and scalability.
Supervise, train, and develop junior accountants handling bank and credit card reconciliations, payment applications, and daily accounting.
Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Partner with Operations, Sales, and Leadership on projects that improve financial visibility and operational efficiency.