Controller

Harvest Group•Rogers, AR

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Controller will lead the Accounting function at Harvest Group, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the company’s financial reporting. This role owns the end-to-end close process, accounting policies, and control environment, serving as the foundation for all financial reporting and decision-making. The Controller will partner closely with FP&A, Finance Operations, and corporate leadership to ensure financial data is accurate, processes are scalable, and the business operates in compliance with GAAP and internal policies. This role also leads and develops the accounting team while building a best-in-class accounting function to support continued growth. Our approach to servicing our employees is grounded in our values. To deliver excellence for our Harvest Group employees, we do require that this role is based in Rogers (AR). If you are applying but do not currently reside in this market, please note that relocation will not be covered by Harvest Group.

Requirements

5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility, preferably within a high-growth environment
Proven track record of owning and optimizing the month-end close process and overall accounting operations
Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards, with the ability to apply them in a dynamic business environment
Experience leading and developing accounting teams
Experience working with accounting systems and financial reporting tools
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Ownership mindset with a focus on accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement
Exceptional attention to detail paired with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Effective communicator with the ability to partner cross-functionally and present financial insights to leadership
Ability to prioritize competing demands and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Nice To Haves

CPA or equivalent certification
Experience leading audit processes
Experience in high-growth, service-based, or omnichannel environments
Experience with systems such as NetSuite, Oracle Cloud, or similar
Experience building and improving internal controls and accounting policies

Responsibilities

Own and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
Lead the preparation of financial statements for internal leadership and external stakeholders
Own and maintain accounting policies, including revenue recognition and technical accounting matters
Lead audit processes, including coordination with external auditors
Oversee all core accounting functions, including accounts receivable, revenue recognition, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger activities
Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records, including all balance sheet reconciliations
Support treasury and cash management processes, including cash flow visibility and banking activity
Establish and maintain a strong internal control environment
Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, close timelines, and reporting accuracy
Partner with Finance Operations on system improvements and process design impacting accounting workflows
Partner with FP&A to ensure alignment between actuals, forecasts, and reporting structures
Lead, manage, and develop the accounting team
Support ad hoc financial reporting and analysis as needed