Controller - Rove Operating, LLC

Rove is on a mission to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) with a better charging experience. Our plans include developing 20 ultra-fast, full-service charging centers in Southern California by 2026 and we're seeking a Controller to join our team. 

The Controller plays a critical role in guiding the company’s financial direction and supporting the company’s evolution as it undertakes substantial construction activities. The Controller will provide strategic financial leadership and management within the organization, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial operations and plays a pivotal role in guiding the company’s financial direction, supporting its growth, and safeguarding its financial assets, while contributing to decision-making processes for overall business success.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: 

• Develops and maintains budgets aligned with the company’s financial goals, ensuring strategies align with growth plans while providing financial oversight and controls for operating and station development budgets. 
• Develops and manages short-term and long-term financial strategies, streamlining financial processes and controls for improved efficiency. 
• Tracks and evaluates the performance of annual budgets, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet financial goals. 
• Approves payments up to defined limits, overseeing financial transactions to ensure compliance and accuracy. 
• Manages cash projections, forecasting future working capital needs to maintain liquidity. 
• Develops and maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk in the following areas:
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Credit and Collections
  • Accounts Payable
  • Cash Disbursements
  • Fixed Asset Accounting
• Collaborates initially with a third-party accounting team, gradually transitioning to build and lead an internal accounting team, fostering growth and development.
• Assists with financial audits and tax-related activities, working closely with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance and accuracy. 
• Prepares comprehensive financial statements and reports for stakeholders, offering insights into the company’s financial health and performance. 
• Provides financial guidance to company leadership, evolving the collaboration as the company matures. 
• Oversees and reviews the effectiveness of the company’s accounting system. 
• Oversees Billing, A/P, A/R, budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and cash and checking reconciliations.
• Complies with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings. 
• Inspires trust and confidence in the ability to deliver through clear and proactive communication, customer empathy, and reliable execution.  
• Contributes to the organization’s shared understanding of what good looks like across multiple dimensions of quality.    
• Participates in various company initiatives and projects as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  Any combination equivalent to, but not limited to, the following:

• A minimum 6 years of progressive experience in a financial or accounting role, preferably with experience in a public accounting firm or financial controller responsibilities within real estate development or retail operating companies. 
• CPA Certification is required.
• Proficient with accounting suites, such as Sage Intacct. 

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 
• Strong financial acumen and the ability to develop and manage budgets.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaborative abilities. 
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to create, implement and monitor budgets.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software. 
• Embody the company values of transparency and integrity.

WORK LOCATION:

This position involves remote work with some travel (10% - 15%) to charging stations across Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside Counties. 

BENEFITS:

Join our dynamic team dedicated to a meaningful cause and enjoy the benefits! You'll receive comprehensive medical vision, and dental coverage, backed by a generous monthly company contribution. Plus, there's a 401(k) plan with a competitive match of up to 4%, 15 days of paid time off, and 11 paid holidays annually.