Controller

Rho Nutrition•Miami, FL

6d•$145,000 - $175,000•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 manage the close, safeguard the integrity of financial statements, lead tax and audit readiness, and build processes, controls, and systems for a fast-growing, multi-channel consumer packaged goods business. This is a working-leader role that sets direction for the accounting function and coaches a small team while remaining involved in detailed work such as reviewing reconciliations, posting entries, and resolving problems. The Controller will also partner with Operations, Sales, and Leadership. Rho Nutrition operates through Shopify direct-to-consumer sales, Amazon, wholesale distributors, and national retail. The role covers accounting operations, reporting, revenue and cost accounting, tax compliance, audit readiness, internal controls, systems implementation and optimization, team development, and cross-functional partnership.

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 CPG, food and beverage, dietary supplements, manufacturing, or e-commerce.
At least 3 years of experience leading or supervising accounting staff.
Experience managing the full accounting cycle for a business selling across direct-to-consumer, 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.
Experience with QuickBooks Online, Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, Rippling, and sales tax platforms such as Numeral.

Nice To Haves

Active CPA strongly preferred.
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 accounts 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 ERP implementation 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.