Controller

Job Title: Controller

Department: Accounting

Reports to: CFO

Hours Available: M-F 8:30 am-5:30 pm EST (1 hour lunch break)

FLSA Class: Exempt

EEO1 Classification: First/Mid-Level Officials and Managers

Physical Address: 200 Sea Ln, Farmingdale, NY 11735

Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000 Bonus  (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)

Why Work @ BEDGEAR?

If you’re looking for a career and not just a job, BEDGEAR provides a work environment that accelerates growth for all its team members. Keeping up with the everyday challenges of a fast-growing consumer goods company demands a team of all-in players, who are focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, leadership, and have a growth-mindset. If you want to elevate yourself personally and professionally, surrounding yourself with others that share the same values, beliefs, and behaviors will provide the support and extra push to reach new heights and smash new goals. At BEDGEAR you can expect to find successful teammates who exemplify our core values of being:

HUNGRY - HUMBLE - CURIOUS - CLEVER - COMMITTED - HUMANITARIAN

About BEDGEAR® PERFORMANCE®

Launched in 2009, BEDGEAR® is the brand of Performance® that provides innovative bedding by focusing on an active lifestyle and well-being. BEDGEAR’s sleep solutions are engineered with Performance fabrics that are temperature neutral and instant cooling and maximizes airflow to allow the body to naturally regulate its temperature. With a core belief of One Size Does Not Fit All™, BEDGEAR has redefined the way people view sleep by developing interactive in-store experiences and breathable bedding products that are personally fit to a consumer based on specific factors, including body type, sleep position and temperature. BEDGEAR is dedicated to integrating environmental responsibility into product development to ensure less returned goods are being sent to landfills. BEDGEAR is essential to the rest and recovery routines of professional athletes and active people who need to maximize their sleep. A proud manufacturer in the USA, BEDGEAR offers mattresses, pillows, sheets, blankets, pet beds as well as travel, kids and baby products that often feature removable and washable covers to maintain a clean and healthy sleep environment. BEDGEAR is represented in more than 4,000 retail stores across the globe and has earned more than 220 U.S. and worldwide patents, trademark registrations and pending applications. Sleep Fuels Everything®!

Learn more at bedgear.com.

Job Summary:

The Controller is responsible for leading the organization’s accounting operations, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with regulatory requirements, and alignment with business objectives. This role oversees financial close processes, internal controls, and reporting accuracy while providing strategic financial insights to support decision-making, operational efficiency, and long-term growth.

Essential Functions (included but not limited to):

• Oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timeliness across all financial activities
• Lead the full-cycle monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations, journal entries, variance analysis, and financial statement preparation
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, including the preparation of balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure regulatory compliance
• Own and manage the external audit process, serving as the primary point of contact for auditors and ensuring timely completion of all audit deliverables
• Oversee tax compliance and coordination, including partnership with external tax advisors on filings, planning, and regulatory requirements
• Drive the annual budgeting process and ongoing forecasting cycles, partnering with department leaders to align financial plans with business objectives
• Monitor and manage company cash flow, including forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital optimization
• Analyze financial performance, identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide actionable insights and recommendations to executive leadership
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, sales, and other departments to support decision-making, cost management, and performance improvement initiatives
• Evaluate, implement, and optimize financial systems, ERP platforms, and reporting tools to improve efficiency, scalability, and data visibility
• Establish and maintain financial reporting dashboards and KPIs to track business performance and support strategic planning
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including financial reporting standards and internal governance requirements
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations, driving accountability, and building a high-performance culture
• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives across accounting and finance processes, including automation, standardization, and operational efficiencies
• Support strategic business initiatives by providing financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to leadership
• Partner closely with the CFO to support special projects, strategic initiatives, and ad hoc financial analysis as needed
• Maintain documentation of accounting policies, procedures, and controls to ensure consistency, audit readiness, and knowledge sharing

Please note that this job description is not intended to provide an exhaustive listing of tasks, activities, or responsibilities required of the employee in this role. Tasks, responsibilities, and duties may change without notice.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
• Advanced proficiency in accounting systems and financial software
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• Effective communication and presentation skills

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• HS Diploma or GED
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and have IDs needed to verify
• English proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension)
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required

Preferred Education/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• CPA certification strongly preferred
• 8 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities
• Experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
• Experience with ERP systems and process optimization initiatives

Physical Demands:

Key:

N-Never

O-Occasional; 1-33% of time

F-Frequent; 34-66% of time

C-Constant; 67-100% of time

BEDGEAR® is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that participates in the E-Verify program!

Salary : $100,000 - $140,000