About VerdeVerde Farms is a leading brand of natural, organic and grass-fed beef in the United States. Working with family farms across the globe, we are connecting with consumers who desire healthy, great-tasting meat raised in a sustainable manner. Our employees believe in the company’s core set of principles, and leadership’s commitment to innovation!

At Verde, we deliver delicious beef products responsibly with a focus on sustainability, regenerative farming practices and an environment that respects the earth and the creatures that inhabit it.

As a dynamic, value-driven, privately-held company based in the greater Boston area, Verde Farms employees are united by the company’s mission, supportive culture, shared values, and integrity. This is a great time for key individuals to be a part of the double-digit growth at an organization that continuously creates new opportunities for team members to develop while changing the industry landscape.

Overview

The Controller is responsible for leading and supervising all accounting, treasury management and financial reporting functions – all with an ongoing focus on driving continuous process improvement and enhanced financial controls. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will lead the monthly close and financial reporting process, treasury and cash management, payroll and all external audit responsibilities. The position will also partner cross-functionally to identify and implement opportunities to both improve and streamline business processes. The Controller is also responsible for leading a team of three direct reports.

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Leading, developing, motivating and coaching a team of three direct reports
• Leading and supporting accounting operational functions
  • Including monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial close
  • Billing/invoicing (A/R), Accounts Payable and payroll administration
  • Journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Coordinating and recording investments and fixed asset records

Roles & Responsibilities (continued):

• Managing the development and consolidation of all financial data necessary for the accurate accounting and reporting of consolidated business results
• Providing management with timely and accurate information vital to supporting optimal decision-making
• Analyzing and interpreting balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow
• Treasury oversight: overseeing, tracking and maintaining, and overseeing cash inflows and outflows from bank operating accounts
• Developing and preparing borrowing base certificates, as required
• Leading the preparation of internal and external financial documents, statements and activities in support of external auditors
• Developing, implementing and maintaining financial controls and guidelines
• Documenting processes and ensuring compliance with financial management and accounting regulations
• Developing and monitoring business performance metrics
• Supporting regulatory reporting, including tax planning and compliance
• Other duties as assigned

What you’ll need:Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field; Master’s degree a plus
• Strong working knowledge of regulatory accounting standards (GAAP)

• Minimum 10-15 years’ experience in accounting/finance; prior controllership experience a plus
• Leadership experience in corporate finance, financial reporting, general ledger management, variance analysis and treasury
• Working knowledge of federal, state and local tax compliance regulation and reporting
• Prior experience in the Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) space a plus

Key Attributes of Role Holder:

• Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Strong cross-functional business partner
• Proven experience leading, motivating and managing a team of three direct reports
• Strong analytical, organizational and project management skills
• Trustworthy, highly collaborative, perceptive, operates with integrity
• Self-directed in managing priorities and completing responsibilities in a timely manner
• Operates with a sense of urgency
• Able to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent (advanced) Excel skills and Salesforce/FinancialForce knowledge a plus

Why Verde Farms?

• Competitive salary
• Excellent health benefits
• Progressive PTO policy
• Awesome, team-oriented work environment

Primary LocationUnited States – Boston Massachusetts Area

As part of Verde Farms' U.S. employment process, candidates will be required to complete a background check. These background checks may include: Prior Employment Verification / Education Verification / Social Security Trace / Criminal Background Check / Motor Vehicles Records (where required for position)

Verde Farms is an Affirmative Action-Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veterans status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.