Controller

Job DetailsPosition Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Category: FinanceeLuma is looking for a full-time, experienced Controller to join our growing finance team.  This individual reports to the Chief Financial and Operations Officer (CFOO) and will build a world-class accounting function.  You will lead a team, implement a financial reporting framework, develop cost measurement and containment processes, and manage the annual GAAP audit. You will work remotely and enjoy a flexible schedule. This role is critical in shaping eLuma’s financial strategy, supporting mergers and acquisitions, and driving operational excellence. Primary Responsibilities: Collaborate with senior leadership to provide actionable insights, drive strategic initiatives, and support corporate transactions. Serve as a strategic business partner to cross-functional teams, providing financial insights to drive operational and strategic decision-making. Develop and maintain accounting policies, monitor compliance with GAAP, and address complex technical accounting issues. Optimize and enhance financial reporting processes, including month-end close, financial statement preparation, and board reporting, ensuring scalability and timeliness. Lead and develop the Accounting team.  Live the company values and inspire your team to do the same.   Hold monthly variance to budget meetings with management, lead the discussion and analysis Leverage AI, data analytics, and financial technology tools to improve forecasting, reporting, and decision-making processes. Proactively interpret financial information and provide timely recommendations for informed decision-making. Identify, analyze, research, recommend, and consider implications of GAAP on financial transactions Ensure financial reports comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards. Be the primary contact and lead the partnership with external auditors, provide the required statements and information for the annual audit. Review budget reports and assist other departments in preparing annual budgets. Continuously streamline and improve processes, leading to a more efficient and timely reporting cadence. Negotiate, maintain compliance with, and renew business insurance. Coordinate the preparation of the corporate tax return. Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures.  Comply with local, state, and federal government requirements, including new state registrations and tax filing requirements Work with the accounting department and customers to ensure timely invoicing and collection of accounts receivable balances. Performs other related duties as assigned. QualificationsRequirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA required; MBA preferred). 7+ years of progressive experience, including leadership roles in accounting or finance. Proven expertise in technical accounting and GAAP standards (ASC 606, ASC 842). Experience leading or contributing to M&A processes, including due diligence and integration. Familiarity with ERP systems and SaaS financial tools; experience with QBO, AI and Hubspot is a plus. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively across departments and with senior leadership. Certified Public Accountant designation highly preferred. Ability to travel up to 10% for team meetings, conferences, events, etc.