Summary

Job Description: CFS is seeking a dynamic finance leader as Corporate Controller to oversee accounting functions, financial reporting, and contribute to process improvement in a rapidly-growing and evolving environment. The role requires a strong accounting background, including a CPA certification and experience as the corporate functional leader of a dynamic, growing company.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in the field of Business, Finance, Accounting, or other related field
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at public accounting firm (Big 4 or large regional preferred) and hands-on private company experience including operational accounting, financial reporting and month-end close, and payroll
CPA license (active status preferred)
Strong working knowledge of U.S. GAAP and demonstrated experience implementing accounting policies in a variety of finance and accounting areas, including experience with ASC606 evaluation and adoption
Experience with multi-currency, location and segment consolidations and reporting
Demonstrated experience in design and implementation of accounting policies, processes, and systems in a rapid growth environment
Experience coordinating annual tax preparation and filing with outside CPA firm, experience with partnership / passthrough tax filing a plus

Responsibilities

Leading and improving the accounting process in a rapidly-growing and evolving environment, including the general ledger system of accounts, monthly close process, and related accounting operations to ensure that all transactions are recorded and accrued timely
Completing all company level financial reporting, including PwC GAAP audit, 401(k) audit, and annual 409(a) valuation and all tax filings
Supporting all internal management reporting (by department and/or project), with other finance team members
Supporting investor diligence, reporting needs, audit confirmations, tax forms (K1s) and more detailed reporting as needed
Growing and strengthening the system of controls to ensure material accuracy and that we are well-prepared for potentially being a public company in the future
Managing and growing key related financial functions, including accounts payable, payroll and cash management
As a member of the company’s leadership team, providing insight on process improvement, business planning and financial optimization, including inventory management, insurance, ERP, compliance and other issues as they arise
Leading interactions and reporting with the Audit Committee; with CFO
Informing the business on technical accounting considerations as the Company expands and commercializes its technology
Serving as a coach and mentor to employees and building an exceptional team. Managing accounting team in accomplishing work in each area of responsibility, setting objectives, overseeing work, providing feedback and working with team members on career development plans

Preferred Qualifications

Active interest in, and commitment to, CFS’s mission to address climate change
Understanding of, experience with, and commitment to, delivering required results safely
Experience managing a highly motivated team and working in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment
Detailed, well organized, deadline oriented, and comfortable with soliciting information from a variety of sources
Strong communications skills, both written and oral, to capture needed inputs and share results and findings in a manner which is accurate, timely and effective

Benefits

Salary range for this full-time position + equity + benefits. The actual salary will depend on level, location, qualifications, and experience

Commonwealth Fusion Systems is hiring a Corporate Controller