Controller - Bakery On Main

Controller - Job Description

Brand Overview At Garden of Light Inc DBA Uncle Crumbles, we strive to amaze and inspire, one bite at a time! Garden of Light started in a small bakery of a natural foods market on Main Street in Glastonbury, Connecticut. Founder Michael Smulders listened to his Celiac customers complain about the taste of many of the gluten free options available to them. He thought that no one should have to suffer because of a food allergy or other special dietary needs and made it his mission to create products that would make our customers happy.

Continuing to carry on his legacy, we are a rapidly growing natural and organic food company with a recognized brand, offering consumers great-tasting products in large packaged food categories. Every day, success-minded customers who value their time, great flavor and health can enjoy a wide variety of our products through numerous channels.

Our Core Values

We Win As One - We work as one happy diverse team, respect one another, hold a high-level of integrity, and have a strict no jerks policy.

Better Than The Best - We are innovative, creative, extremely flexible, and accountable to everyone.

Quality Matters - We are consistently consistent, provide natural, healthy-minded, and clean ingredients.

Forward Thinking - We are constantly seeking new horizons, making an impact on communities, and sustainable solutions to shape a brighter future.

Be The "BOM" - We love to have fun, bring a positive, tenacious energy and are inspired to succeed!

Position Summary & Key Areas of Ownership

As the Controller, you will be responsiblefor supervising the accounting staff, overseeing internal controls, monitoring financial targets set by senior management, executing the financial strategy, conducting feasibility studies, monitoring expenditure, overseeing annual insurance, monitoring cash flow, evaluating investments, and managing tax compliance. Your skills in sound financial planning coupled with your ability to direct financial assets will assist our organization in implementing effective financial strategies, managing debt, improving revenue, and maintaining a healthy financial position. The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, good strategic thinking, excellent communication skills, exceptional numerical proficiency, and strong leadership skills.

Core Responsibilities

• Drive the financial planning of the company by analyzing its performance and risks.
• Create usable budgets for the business, including evaluating the needs of each department in the long term.
• Retain constant awareness of the company's financial position and act to prevent problems.
• Oversee the company's finance NetSuite Planning & Budgeting System.
• Hire and oversee the finance and accounting department team, including coaching, teaching, and delivering periodical evaluations.
• Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance.
• Oversee all audit and internal control operations.
• Conduct regular audits of expenditures, assets, and liabilities.
• Develop the corporate financing strategy and manage relationships with financial institutions.
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a quarterly and annual basis for all stakeholders.
• Conduct analysis to make forecasts and report to upper executives.
• Analyze trends to reduce financial risks associated with making investment or spending decisions.
• Ensure adherence to financial, tax laws and guidelines.
• Manage and maintain all insurance coverage for the organization, including compliance.
• Support and backup for HR payroll functions.
• Offer advice to the Leadership Team regarding spending and budget questions.

Skills and Requirements

• 5 - 10 years of proven experience as a finance manager or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance and accounting principles, laws, and best practices.
• Reports to the Delta Group and CEO.
• Solid knowledge of financial analysis and forecasting.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite and financial management software (e.g., SAP / NetSuite).
• Preferable NetSuite experience.
• An analytical mind with strategic ability.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to lead departments or individuals.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities with a strong sense of negotiation.
• Ability to create and deliver unbiased budget expectations for different departments.
• BSc/BA in accounting, finance, or relevant field; MSc/MA is a plus.
• CPA, CFA, CMA, or other relevant qualifications are a plus.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.

What We Have to Offer

Uncle Crumbles offers a professional working environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and supports individual growth.

• Competitive base salary w/bonus potential
• Exciting work culture
• Amazing Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, and Life Insurance
• Career Growth
• Paid Time Off and Holidays