Controller

 

Controller

Company Overview

Force Factor Brands is on a mission to disrupt the global health and wellness industry by creating incredible vitamins and supplements that help people Unleash their Potential.  Our innovative products are scientifically formulated to help create healthier, happier, and more enjoyable lives for our consumers all over the world.  We are one of the most genuinely innovative companies in the global dietary supplements industry and only plan on accelerating in the future.

Force Factor’s award-winning products are sold in thousands of retail and eCommerce stores nationwide, including Walmart, The Vitamin Shoppe, Sam’s Club, Walgreens, CVS, iHerb, Amazon and Costco.  Currently, more than 25,000 people buy our products every single day, and that number is growing every month.  You will have a real opportunity to make an impact on people’s lives by working at Force Factor to create new solutions for empowering personal health and wellbeing.

Culturally, think of us as an intense, meritocratic, and exciting high-growth startup that has survived and thrived through its first decade and a half of rapid evolution and is now thinking about how to scale up and conquer the next decade’s worth of challenges and opportunities. We’ve sold more than a billion dollars worth of products to consumers over the last 15+ years, but fundamentally we know we’re just at the beginning of our journey, and that’s where you come in!  We need the smartest, highest-energy people with integrity who are looking to join an ambitious and hard-working team.  We do not need social loafers, those looking for shortcuts, people lacking grit, or people unwilling to pay the price for success!  If you join Force Factor, you will work hard, learn a tremendous amount, and be surrounded by incredible teammates.

Force Factor is based in Boston’s innovative Seaport District, in historic Fort Point.  Our team is filled with passionate, dedicated, and inspiring people operating with an ownership mindset (which is easy because we are entirely privately held by our team and plan to stay that way over the long-term).  If you love a challenge, enjoy acting with urgency, and prefer to opt into a high-performance culture, when you join us you’ll feel like you’ve finally come home.  Our private ownership structure is designed for the long-term to enable huge opportunities for growth, learning, leadership, and wealth creation, and we hope you’ll choose to help us build an enduring and successful business for decades to come.

The Role

The Controller will be a critical leader in our organization, combining strategic financial expertise with operational excellence. This role will oversee the accounting function while collaborating closely with FP&A to drive data-driven insights and decision-making. Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Controller will serve as a key partner to senior leadership, ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This position is based in Boston and requires daily in-office collaboration with leadership, providing a unique opportunity to influence our growth and success in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting Oversight: Lead and manage all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.

• Payroll Management: Oversee and ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for all employees.

• Financial Reporting: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other regulatory standards.

• Annual Audit: Coordinate and lead the annual external audit process, liaising with auditors to ensure timely and accurate completion.

• Insurance Oversight: Manage the company's insurance policies, including renewals, claims, and compliance with coverage requirements.

• FP&A Collaboration: Partner with the FP&A team to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.

• Internal Controls: Develop, implement, and maintain internal control processes to safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy.

• Leadership and Team Development: Supervise the Accounting Manager and the accounting team, fostering professional growth and operational efficiency.

• Tax Compliance: Work with external advisors to ensure timely and accurate preparation and filing of all tax returns.

• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and enhance financial and accounting processes, leveraging technology to drive efficiency.

Ideal Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field from a top-tier institution. Advanced certifications such as CPA, CFA, or an MBA from a reputable program are strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance, with a proven track record in leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience in the CPG industry, with an understanding of the financial intricacies of supply chains, inventory management, and retail partnerships.
• Proven expertise in managing complex accounting operations, including consolidations, revenue recognition, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated success in partnering with FP&A teams to align operational execution with strategic financial objectives.
• Hands-on experience with payroll and familiarity with payroll systems.
• Prior experience managing external audits and working with auditors.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to relocate to Boston and work on-site daily.
• Scrappy, startup mindset with no fear of taking ownership swiftly to develop a vision.
• Desire to win and inherently competitive spirit.