What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Finance And Accounting position at TheASPTeam?
Our start-up client poised for tremendous growth is seeking a hands-on, systems-oriented Controller with deep ecommerce experience and strong ERP discipline. The ideal candidate has operated in a high-growth product company processing thousands of ecommerce orders annually, understands inventory accounting across outsourced manufacturers, and can move the company from cash-basis to accrual accounting.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Accounting
Lead transition from cash-basis to accrual accounting in compliance with U.S. GAAP
Prepare monthly financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
Own month-end close process
Document accounting policies and implement internal controls
Oversee AP, AR, payroll coordination, and GL integrity
Manage external CPA relationship
ERP & Systems Leadership
Serve as primary finance owner of Rootstock ERP
Ensure accurate revenue recognition, inventory accounting, and COGS tracking
Integrate and reconcile Shopify, ShipStation, Salesforce, and Rootstock systems
Maintain system data integrity and scalable workflows
Ecommerce & Revenue Operations
Manage high-volume ecommerce accounting (thousands of orders annually)
Reconcile payment processors and merchant accounts
Oversee returns, refunds, and fulfillment cost accounting
Manage multi-state sales tax compliance
Inventory & Contract Manufacturing Accounting
Account for inventory held at outsourced manufacturers
Track raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
Accurately calculate and report COGS
Develop controls around consigned or third-party stored inventory
Compliance & Operational Controls
Implement and manage employee expense system
Develop scalable internal control framework
Prepare company for potential audit or investor diligence
Required Qualifications
CPA strongly preferred
7 years progressive accounting experience
Extensive ecommerce accounting experience (Shopify & ShipStation)
Direct experience using Rootstock ERP preferred
Deep Salesforce experience
Experience converting cash to accrual accounting
Strong outsourced manufacturing inventory accounting knowledge
Experience managing multi-state sales tax compliance
Compensation
Competitive salary ($165,000 - $195,000) plus equity participation; unlimited PTO; fully paid medical, dental & vision premiums for the entire family
Salary : $165,000 - $195,000