Controller

Want to be a part of a team revolutionizing and leading an entire industry with no real competition? The laundry industry is a $40+ billion dollar market and the Cents platform is making it easier than ever for laundromats, dry cleaners, and all garment care businesses to grow, manage, and understand their business.

Backed by top-tier investors like Bessemer and Tiger Global, Cents is one of the fastest-growing vertical SaaS companies in the USA, and we're just getting started.

About Cents

Cents is a New York-based technology company passionate about transforming the laundry industry and dedicated to enabling new ways of working, earning, and living.

Cents is modernizing garment care businesses by providing an all-in-one, business in a box platform to help operators start, manage, and grow their business.

By building a market-leading SaaS product for this industry, our goal is to revolutionize the industry through our suite of software and hardware products.

Our team is full of passionate technology experts who are obsessed with supporting and empowering SMB's, and feel the unique responsibility and opportunity we have to elevate an industry.

We're adding great talent to help achieve this mission, and that's where you come in!

About the Role

In this position, you will play an integral role in shaping decisions that drive Cents' growth. You will work closely with key stakeholders and executives, and will see the impact of your contributions on the Company's strategy across all departments : finance, product, marketing and more.

You will own complex analyses, reporting, and models that influence strategic business decisions. This is a leadership position within our finance department that will report directly to the CFO.

We are looking to add great talent to our growing team in New York and ask that you work 3 days from our office in NYC.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Late start-up experience or smaller company experience (500 employees or less)
• Manufacturing industry experience
• Aspirations for upward movement (even CFO track)
• CPA Certified
• Strong Technical Accounting experience
• Ability to lead and roll up your sleeves
• Experienced ERP implementation

Job Responsibilities

• Drive strategic leadership across accounting, revenue operations, treasury, tax, and internal control functions to align financial activities with organizational goals.
• Develop and optimize cutting-edge financial systems and processes to deliver timely, actionable insights and improve overall financial performance.
• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including consolidation, to ensure accuracy and timeliness in reporting.
• Stay current on technical accounting topics to guarantee the consistent application of corporate accounting principles in full compliance with US GAAP.
• Lead and support accounting personnel to uphold internal controls and company policies, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee compliance with all relevant taxes, including sales tax, and coordinate with external service providers for income tax filings.
• Partner with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to develop and implement financial strategies that support the company's objectives.
• Identify and evaluate financial risks, and implement strategies to address and mitigate potential challenges effectively.
• Recruit, develop, and lead a talented accounting team to achieve excellence and drive financial success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA Required
• 6-8 years of progressively responsible financial leadership experience, with a strong focus on accounting.
• Prior experience with a Big 4 firm or public accounting is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of GAAP and other accounting standards.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of interacting effectively at all organizational levels.
• Experienced in implementing ERP systems and advanced financial software tools.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience in setting up and supporting international operations.
• Valued experience in SaaS, Payments, and manufacturing sectors.

There's a Laundry List of Why You'll Love Working at Cents!

We are leaders - Leadership is not exclusive to the management team, but something everyone at Cents embraces and wants to get better at.

We are overachievers - The only true way to predict the future is to build it yourself. No excuses. Give 100% at all times.

We are students - We're not afraid to dig in and uncover the truth, even if it's scary or inconvenient. Everyone here is continually learning on the job, no matter if we've been in a role for one year or one minute.

We are committed to diversity and tight knit community - We're committed to growing and empowering a more inclusive community within our company, industry, and cities.

That's why we hire and cultivate diverse teams of the best and brightest from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

We believe that true innovation happens when everyone has room at the table and the tools, resources, and opportunity to excel.

Benefits and Perks

We offer great compensation packages, comprehensive health benefits, & believe in a strong cohesive team atmosphere. Work from home office stipend, virtual team events, and access to learning opportunities from our team and network of advisors, and investors are just the starting point.

• Competitive salary
• Equity
• Unlimited PTO and paid holidays
• Remote-first with offices in New York City and Los Angeles
• Health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, mental health support, parental leave, life and AD&D insurance, and disability
• 401(k)
• Work-from-home and commuter benefits
• Laundry allowance to support our customers' businesses
• Comprehensive training, learning, and development programming
• Access to hundreds of discounts and rewards from renowned vendors including deals on health & wellness, travel, dining, auto insurance, and so much more!

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