Controller – Norwich Technologies

• Client: Norwich Technologies
• Position Title: Controller
• Website: https://norwichtech.com/
• Location for the Position: Remote, with regular visits to White River Jct, VT

About Us:

Norwich Technologies, headquartered in White River Junction, Vermont, is a leading innovator in clean technology solutions. We are committed to advancing the clean energy sector by rapidly integrating and deploying affordable solutions that help our commercial, community, and utility customers improve their Triple Bottom Line—Financial, Social, and Environmental—and move towards energy independence. 

As we continue to expand our impact, we are looking for a highly skilled Controller with extensive NetSuite experience to support our mission of delivering innovative clean energy solutions and advancing sustainability for our diverse range of customers.

Position Overview: The Controller will oversee the company’s financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. This senior role is critical to our financial health, providing strategic insights and leadership in financial planning, reporting, and analysis. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of NetSuite and proven experience in a similar role. This is a remote first role, with preference to attend quarterly meetings in White River Junction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all accounting operations, including Billing, A/R, A/P, GL, Inventory Accounting, and Revenue Recognition
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements and analysis
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Ensure quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting
• Manage and comply with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Lead and coordinate the annual review and tax engagements, liaise with external CPA firm, and assess any changes necessary
• Implement, document, and maintain adequate and effective processes to improve the close and reporting cycles to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Maintain both tax and GAAP based books
• Assist in the continuous improvement of our NetSuite application

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred)
• Mix of public accounting and private industry accounting experience
• Proven working experience as a Controller or in a similar role
• Strong experience with NetSuite is required, including creating customized reports and saved searches
• Thorough knowledge of both GAAP and tax accounting principles and procedures, including consolidations and eliminations
• Experience with creating financial statements
• Experience with partnership accounting and tax filings
• Excellent accounting software user and administration skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred Skills:

• CPA or CMA certification
• Experience in solar or related industry preferred
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• A collaborative and innovative work environment

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How to Apply:  Gallagher, Flynn, & Company, LLP has been retained to conduct this search. Interested candidates may apply through our online application. While we appreciate all interest in this opportunity, only candidates most closely aligned with our search will be contacted.

Disclaimer: What’s listed above is representative of the responsibilities of the position but is not meant to be an exhaustive list. Responsibilities may change during employment at the company’s discretion. Gallagher, Flynn and Company and our clients do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

Norwich Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.