Controller - eCommerce

Keltec•Hudson, OH

About The Position

KELTEC is seeking an experienced, results-oriented Controller to lead accounting and financial reporting for its growing B2C eCommerce business. The Controller oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, inventory accounting, internal controls, and compliance, and works with a hands-on approach in a fast-paced consumer products or eCommerce environment. Experience with high-volume B2C transactions, online marketplaces, fulfillment operations, and direct-to-consumer sales is strongly preferred. The position leads the accounting team and partners with the CFO and executive leadership, as well as operations, supply chain, sales, and marketing teams. It supports business performance and growth through reliable financial information, process improvements, automation, and participation in ERP implementations, system enhancements, and business integration projects. Core business hours are generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; work outside normal business hours may be required based on company operations. The role is performed in an office setting and involves regular computer and office-equipment use, prolonged standing, sitting, and walking, and occasional bending, kneeling, reaching, and twisting. It may require handling light to moderate loads up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience or experience in a similar role.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting.
Experience managing month-end close, audits, and internal controls.
Experience with ERP systems.
Advanced Excel skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

CPA designation.
Experience in B2C eCommerce, consumer products, retail, or omnichannel environments.
Strong inventory and cost accounting experience.
Experience with Shopify, Amazon, Walmart Marketplace, or similar eCommerce platforms.
Experience managing sales and use tax compliance across multiple states.
Experience with ERP systems such as Odoo, Brightpearl, NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle.
Proven ability to scale accounting processes in a high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

Lead accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, payroll, and inventory accounting.
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
Prepare timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
Analyze financial results, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to management.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning.
Oversee accounting for direct-to-consumer sales channels, online marketplaces, and payment processors.
Manage revenue recognition, refunds, returns, discounts, promotions, chargebacks, and fulfillment-related costs.
Ensure accurate inventory valuation, costing, and reconciliation across multiple locations and fulfillment centers.
Monitor sales, gross margin, customer acquisition costs, and working capital.
Partner with operations, supply chain, sales, and marketing teams to improve processes and business performance.
Maintain internal controls and accounting policies.
Oversee sales tax compliance and regulatory reporting.
Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations.
Lead and develop the accounting team.
Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to support growth and scalability.
Participate in ERP implementations, system enhancements, and business integration projects.
Act as a strategic business partner to the CFO and executive leadership team.