Golden Hippo® · 10 hours ago
Controller
El Segundo, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$195K/yr - $260K/yr
8+ years expGolden Hippo is an employee-owned builder of popular health & wellness brands, and they are seeking a Controller to lead the company's accounting function. This role is pivotal in ensuring financial accuracy and supporting the company's growth through strong financial discipline and collaboration with various teams.
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Responsibilities
Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP
Maintain the integrity of financial statements and continuously improve close cadence, documentation, and internal controls as the business scales
Build and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and controls aligned with public company requirements
Lead audit readiness and manage relationships with external auditors and accounting advisors
Oversee accounting for inventory, cost of goods sold, and gross margin across a complex, multi-channel consumer and CPG operating model
Partner with operations and supply chain teams on inventory valuation, reserves, obsolescence, and demand variability
Own revenue recognition across DTC, retail, wholesale, and partnership channels, including discounts, allowances, returns, and contra-revenue
Partner closely with FP&A and Data & Analytics to ensure alignment between accounting results and management reporting
Lead the evolution of accounting systems, processes, and tools, including ERP enhancements and close automation
Ensure strong data integrity between accounting systems and downstream reporting and analytics
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing accounting team with a culture of ownership, precision, and continuous improvement
Act as a trusted partner to finance leadership and cross-functional teams, providing accounting insight that supports planning, forecasting, and decision-making
Qualification
Required
8–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility
Prior experience in consumer, CPG, retail, or e-commerce businesses with inventory and multi-channel revenue complexity
Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP, internal controls, and audit processes
SEC Reporting and reviewing experience (10-Q, 10-K)
Experience managing state and federal tax filings
Hands-on experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and accounting process transformation
Proven ability to operate in fast-paced, high-growth environments with evolving systems and processes
Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Active CPA required
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare coverage – We cover 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans.
Annual bonus
We match up to 3.5% of your 401k contributions, ensuring your retirement savings grow alongside your career.
6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, free weekly yoga and meditation classes, and additional mental health benefits, because we take a holistic approach to your well-being.
Invest in your future with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, where company contributions fund your retirement plan with company stock. Learn more.
Reimbursements for a portion of personal cell phone and internet usage for eligible employees.
Professional development opportunities with mentorship, continuous learning programs, and performance-based pay increases, empowering you to progress and excel in your career.
Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We’ve donated over $9 million to date.
Company
Golden Hippo®
We’re an employee-owned, vertically-integrated builder of some of America’s most popular health & wellness brands.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Mark Clemens
CEO & Co-Founder
Adam Farasati
Chief Marketing Officer
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