VP, Controller

CRAFT MEETS COMFORT. At Resident, we believe your living space shouldn’t just look good, it should feel good. That’s why we’ve created a house of brands that focuses on quality materials, timeless style, and most importantly, comfort. Our current brands include the award-winning Nectar, DreamCloud, Awara, and Siena products, and we continue to invest in new categories to broaden our offering and address our customer's needs.

Since our inception in 2017, Resident has become one of the fastest-growing, scaled, and profitable omnichannel retailers in North America. We are a disruptor in the broader home furnishings category underpinned by deep and proven expertise in data science & analytics, performance marketing, and e-commerce technology. As our business continues to grow, we are focused on building world-class retail, finance, operations, logistics, data science, performance marketing, and customer success-driven teams that thrive in a modern work environment.

At Resident, our staff is dedicated to the values of Excellence, Customer Love, Big Thinking, Inclusivity, and Forward Momentum.

To be considered for this remote opportunity, you must reside and be authorized to work within the United States.

About the role:

We are looking for a VP, Controller to join our growing Finance & Accounting team. The successful candidate will be a results driven leader with proven success in a rapid-growth, fast-paced, and dynamic environment. The VP, Controller will also have experience building and leading a cross-functional team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all operational Accounting areas, including General Ledger, Inventory, Revenue, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable
• Build a high-performing and nimble accounting team that can scale with company growth
• Apply US GAAP and company accounting policies, and ensure compliance
• Lead financial close cycle and associated processes
• Ensure timeliness, accuracy, and integrity of reporting, controls, processes, and systems
• Support external audit
• Partner with Technical Accounting on complex accounting matters and implementation of accounting standards
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies
• Develop, implement, and maintain internal controls best practices
• Develop and improve accounting processes, controls, systems, and infrastructure to scale with/support business growth
• Continuous evaluation and identification of process improvements
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy of monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Interface and collaborate with key cross-functional partners and teams to support business initiatives and activities
• Cultivate strong partnerships within Accounting/Tax/Treasury and with Finance, Technology, and other functions
• Partner with Financial Reporting to streamline close and reporting process
• Manage intercompany setup and activity
• Partner with FP&A on accounting impacts to financial results
• Liaise with IT partner to develop financial systems roadmap
• Monitor/benchmark best practices and implement accordingly
• Conduct ad-hoc analysis and tasks as requested
• Handle special projects related to technology, systems, automation, new initiatives, or other requests

Skills/Competencies:

• Highly self-directed individual, with proven success in a rapid-growth, fast-paced, and dynamic environment
• Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of month-end close procedures
• Results-oriented leader, with strong accountability and adherence to deadlines
• Ability to multitask and prioritize with strong sense of urgency
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Collaborative within their team as well as cross-functionally across the organization
• Self-motivated, proactive, and inquisitive – can turn thoughts into action
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Strong project management skills with a process mindset/continuous improvement mentality
• Experience with developing, implementing, and executing effective internal controls
• Comfortable with change and quick learner of new skills, processes, tools, and accounting concepts
• Strong computer skills, including excellence in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university
• CPA required; MBA a plus
• 12+ years of progressive work experience in Accounting/Audit roles with at least 4 years managing a team
• Public company experience required; Big 4 or large regional public accounting experience a plus
• Knowledge of US GAAP, internal controls, and finance systems and tools
• Experience with foreign entity accounting and currency translation preferred
• Experience with system implementations/enhancements and/or automation is a plus
• NetSuite experience a plus 

What We Offer: (subject to eligibility requirements):

• Remote-first workplace (since 2016!)
• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus potential
• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• HSA company contributions
• 401K with company match component
• “Take what you need” PTO
• Wellness benefits
• WFH office and cell phone/internet stipend
• A FREE MATTRESS plus an awesome Friends and Family discount!

If you reside in a state or location where pay transparency laws or regulations have been adopted please read the following: The salary for this position is $228,000 - $253,000. We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your background, skills, qualifications, experience, geographic location and other non-discriminatory factors. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. [Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments]. For more information regarding the pay range applicable for this position, please contact us at [email protected]

Resident is a privately-held company headquartered in San Francisco, CA, with offices in New York City, London, Tel Aviv, and manufacturing operations in Jeffersonville, IN.  Learn more at: https://www.residenthome.com

Resident is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

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