Director of Accounting and Corporate Controller
panthalassaPortland, Oregon
Full Time
Posted December 13, 2025
$150k - $250k
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Job Description
The Director of Accounting Corporate Controller will oversee financial operations, build scalable accounting systems, ensure compliance, and provide financial insights to support the company's growth from R&D to mass production in the renewable energy and ocean technology sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day accounting operations, including AP, AR, GL, payroll, and tax compliance.
- Develop and refine cash flow forecasting and runway management tools.
- Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to implement inventory and cost accounting practices.
- Ensure accuracy of financial statements and compliance with GAAP and tax regulations.
- Lead external audits and maintain internal controls for a scaling company.
- Implement and optimize ERP systems and integrate with other business tools.
- Design scalable accounting processes to support cross-functional collaboration and operational agility.
- Partner with FP&A and leadership to develop financial forecasts and reporting packages.
- Build reforecasting and scenario planning tools for real-time financial visibility.
Requirements
- Six or more years of progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting, including leading financial operations for organizations with at least 50 million dollars in revenue.
- Deep expertise in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial statement preparation, internal controls, and tax compliance.
- Experience with cost accounting, inventory accounting, and financial audits.
- Strong Excel and financial modeling skills, with models that are both accurate and maintainable.
- Hands-on experience implementing and managing ERP systems, with NetSuite strongly preferred.
- Extraordinary attention to detail and a deep understanding of the importance of accuracy and tightness in accounting and reporting.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate financial data into strategic insights.
- Proven ability to design and implement accounting systems and processes that effectively scale with company growth.
- Strong communication and leadership skills to partner effectively with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
- Work onsite from Portland, Oregon headquarters.
- Flexibility to work longer hours or weekends when required during critical periods.
Benefits & Perks
Cash compensation of 150,000 - 250,000 depending on experience
Equity in the company
Flexible paid time off
Health insurance (100% paid for full-time employees, partners, and dependents)
Dental insurance (100% paid for full-time employees, partners, and dependents)
Vision insurance (100% paid for full-time employees, partners, and dependents)
Disability insurance (100% paid for long-term financial support if disabled)
Ability to contribute to tax-advantaged accounts including 401(k), health FSA, and dependent care FSA
Relocation assistance to Portland, Oregon
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