Financial Controller

Be A Part of Americas #1 marketplace for Diamonds Start-up!

- Finance Controller (US GAAP Controllership Experience Required)

Location: Remote

Job Type: Full-time

About us:

Launched in 2016 in Forbes as “Kayak” for diamonds, our company has been featured TechCrunch, NPR, USA Today, and CNBC - most recently in the New York Post for selling a record-setting $2.5m diamond online. In just 8 years, Rare Carat (www.rarecarat.com) has grown to be the #1 marketplace for diamonds in the United States, and was called the “Secret to buying a diamond” by the New York Times.

We have grown to over 150 employees, but remain a very flat and close-knit team committed to learning from each other, and having the best idea win.

Role Overview:

• We are a rapidly expanding company with $X00m in annual revenue seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller.
• This role is crucial for matching our financial infrastructure and professionalism to our significant scale.
• The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader, prepared to delve into the minutiae of our accounts to spearhead financial accuracy and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct a comprehensive cleanup of previous years financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant standards.
• Streamline financial processes to achieve rapid monthly financial closes.
• Lead and manage an integration of NetSuite, optimizing our financial systems for accuracy, performance, and usability.
• Work closely with the finance team to implement robust financial controls and reporting systems.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and forecasts, aiding strategic planning and decision-making at the executive level.
• Collaborate with auditors to ensure proper compliance with all regulations.
• Manage and mentor finance department staff, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CPA required.
• Proven experience as a Controller or similar leadership role in finance, with direct involvement in financial systems integrations, preferably with NetSuite.
• Demonstrable experience in managing large-scale financial clean-ups and establishing rapid close processes.
• Experience preparing a company for their first audit.
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional detail orientation down to the journal entry level.
• Excellent leadership skills with a hands-on approach and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Superior organizational and time management skills; capable of meeting tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working collaboratively across departments.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment where your efforts make a visible impact.