Controller

Financial Controller

Founded in 2008, AKM LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of FedUp Foods PBC, is the largest functional beverage producer on the east coast and one of the nation’s early producers of kombucha. With the fast-paced growth of the industry, we have responded by building a diversified portfolio of functional beverages that meet the expanding range of consumer preferences.

Job Summary: The Financial Controller will manage the finance team overseeing finance, accounting, and operational cost controls as they apply to all aspects of the business. Additionally, this position will complete month-end processes and performance analyses, collect and process data for weekly forecasting, assist with the annual budgeting processes and lead the continued implementation of the ERP system, NetSuite.

You will report to the CFO.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains professional-level staff in our finance department. Oversees the daily workflow of all finance activities. Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations. Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities: Oversee the operations of the accounting department, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving the department's goals and objectives Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures Prepare reports/analysis for meaningful weekly financial forecasts, monthly actual results, and annual budgeting process (sales/costs/profitability/etc.) Work with CFO to create operations performance metrics and company spending metrics Prepare weekly, monthly, and year-end financial journal entries and reports Ensure timeliness and accuracy of month-end and year-end closings File accurate tax documents, reports, and compliance requirements Prepare operations performance metrics and company spending metrics Work within the checks and balances outlined in the company’s standard operating procedures and Financial Policies Complete audits of company’s accounts QC monthly reconciliations

Prepare and write-up closure documentation and post audit of internal orders Manage outsourced functions Oversee the accounting operations of subsidiary corporations, especially their control systems, transaction-processing operations, and policies and procedures Take a leadership role in the continued buildout of our ERP system that encompasses company’s needs from purchasing through delivery and payment Maintain and review standard inventory costs Complete inventory control, updates, and reporting Maintain a fixed assets file with repairs made and supplies purchased Maintain the chart of accounts Maintain a system of controls over accounting transactions Create and maintain written policies, records, and reports required by regulatory agencies Prepare floor level reporting for use by management Assist management in all aspects of profitability improvement as requested Work closely with management to have clear understanding of all operations Assist management with identifying and tracking cost improvement projects Complete additional controller tasks as needed

Required Skills/Abilities: Excellence in utilizing technology, computers, and current software solutions Effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills and presentation skills Ability to work cross-functionally and to manage a number of complex projects simultaneously Ability to effectively solve problems and lead problem-solving activities Strong supervisory and leadership skills. Expert with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience: Bachelor degree in Accounting, Business Management, or similar field required CPA and/or MBA degree preferred 5 or more years of progressive accounting/business management experience required 5 years of Controller or Accounting Manager experience required Manufacturing and cost accounting experience required Experience with ERP systems, NetSuite strongly preferred Experience with multiple facilities or franchising is a bonus

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Benefits:

• Eligible for the following insurance coverage after the 90 day Introductory Period.
• Health Insurance Coverage (company pays 80-90% individual premium).
• Vision and Dental Coverage (premium covered by the employee)
• Group Term Life Insurance paid 100% by company and availability to purchase additional voluntary insurance Short & Long Term disability insurance paid 50% by the company

2 Weeks PTO 8 Paid Holidays Casual attire An ambitious, collaborative, entrepreneurial environment set in the backdrop of beautiful

Asheville, NC

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

AKM is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Marshall, NC 28753: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• GAAP: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location