{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bd08c551cb11675e8564bde1","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bd08c551cb11675e8564bde1","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bd08c551cb11675e8564bde1","title":"Interim Controller","description":"Fractional Controller\r\nJob Title: Interim Controller\r\nDepartment: Finance\r\nReports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)\r\nLocation: Hybrid - US HQ (on-site 2 days a week)\r\nHours: Part-Time (27 hours per week, up to 40)\r\nJob Type: Temporary (12-16 Weeks, estimated)\r\nAbout Chai Vision\r\nChai Vision is a fast-growing eCommerce company managing a portfolio of direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands across high-impact categories-from fitness and wellness to home goods, pet care, children's products, outdoor products, kitchen essentials, and supplements. We scale rapidly on platforms like Shopify, Amazon, and TikTok Shop through a data-driven, community-first approach and a relentless focus on product-market fit.\r\nThe organization is driven by a data-informed approach to growth, disciplined operational execution, and a commitment to delivering high-quality products and customer experiences at scale. Chai Vision continues to invest in expanding its omnichannel sales strategy and retail presence worldwide, offering team members the opportunity to contribute within a fast-paced, performance-oriented organization focused on sustainable growth and long-term value creation.\r\nRole Summary\r\nThe Fractional / Part-Time Controller serves as a key financial leader responsible for overseeing Chai Vision's accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and finance team management. This individual partners closely with the CFO and broader executive leadership to provide financial insight, improve operational efficiencies, and support strategic decision-making across the business.\r\nThe ideal candidate is both strategic and hands-on, with deep experience in inventory-driven businesses, consumer products, wholesale operations, and complex accounting environments. This is a fractional engagement designed for a senior finance leader who can deliver Controller-level rigor on a part-time cadence while flexing up around close cycles, audits, and strategic finance initiatives.\r\nWhat You'll Do\r\nNote: This is a temporary assignment intended to support the team during a transition period. Responsibilities may vary based on business needs, and not all duties listed below will be assigned to or performed by this role.\r\nFinancial Leadership & Reporting\r\nLead all accounting operations including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, financial reporting, and account reconciliations\r\nOversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting\r\nPrepare financial analyses, operating reports, and executive-level reporting packages\r\nMaintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures\r\nOperational & Inventory Finance Partner cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, sales, and inventory teams to analyze inventory performance, costing, and gross margin trends\r\nOversee inventory accounting and cost analysis across multiple product categories and business channels (Shopify, Amazon, TikTok Shop, wholesale)\r\nDevelop financial models, KPIs, and business performance metrics to support operational decision-making\r\nSupport forecasting, budgeting, and long-range financial planning initiatives\r\nCash Management & Banking Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital planning\r\nOversee banking relationships, financing arrangements, and compliance requirements\r\nMonitor liquidity needs and support broader financial strategy initiatives\r\nTeam Management & Process Improvement Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering accountability and professional growth\r\nDrive continuous improvement initiatives across systems, reporting, and financial processes\r\nEvaluate financial systems and reporting structures to improve efficiency and visibility\r\nAudit, Tax & Compliance Coordinate annual audits and maintain relationships with external auditors and financial partners\r\nSupport tax compliance and reporting requirements across corporate, sales, and operational tax areas\r\nEnsure compliance with applicable accounting standards (US GAAP) and regulatory requirements\r\nWho You Are You have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required)\r\nCPA required, MBA strongly preferred\r\nYou bring 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience\r\nYou have deep experience within apparel, consumer products, manufacturing, wholesale, or inventory-intensive industries\r\nYou have a strong understanding of inventory accounting, cost accounting, and operational finance\r\nYou are experienced managing ERP/accounting systems and complex financial reporting processes\r\nYou bring strong leadership, communication, and analytical capabilities - both strategic and hands-on\r\nYou operate effectively in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment\r\nYou are comfortable partnering directly with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders\r\nNice to have: combination of public accounting and private industry experience; experience supporting multi-channel businesses including wholesale, retail, and eCommerce operations\r\nTools & Systems\r\nERP / Accounting platform (NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage Intacct or equivalent) • Inventory & cost accounting systems • Shopify • Amazon Seller Central • TikTok Shop • Wholesale / EDI platforms • FP&A and financial modeling tools (Excel, Google Sheets) • BI / reporting tools • Banking & treasury platforms","company":"Chai Vision","rawCompany":"chai vision","city":"Howell","state":"NJ","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-04T02:30:26.089Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"},{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"},{"code":"11-3031.00","title":"Financial Managers","slug":"financial-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"551114","title":"Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices","slug":"corporate-subsidiary-and-regional-managing-offices"},{"code":"541219","title":"Other Accounting Services","slug":"other-accounting-services"},{"code":"523940","title":"Portfolio Management and Investment Advice","slug":"portfolio-management-and-investment-advice"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Interim Controller","description":"Fractional Controller\r\nJob Title: Interim Controller\r\nDepartment: Finance\r\nReports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)\r\nLocation: Hybrid - US HQ (on-site 2 days a week)\r\nHours: Part-Time (27 hours per week, up to 40)\r\nJob Type: Temporary (12-16 Weeks, estimated)\r\nAbout Chai Vision\r\nChai Vision is a fast-growing eCommerce company managing a portfolio of direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands across high-impact categories-from fitness and wellness to home goods, pet care, children's products, outdoor products, kitchen essentials, and supplements. 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