Financial Controller

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Reporting

• Lead all aspects of the accounting function: month-end close, reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and audit readiness
• Ensure accurate, GAAP-compliant reporting and transparent management information
• Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting and implement scalable processes to support a rapidly growing business
• Partner with external advisors on tax compliance and audit
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure efficient, scalable financial processes that enable rapid growth

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Own the annual budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with the CFO and department leaders
• Prepare and present monthly performance reviews, highlighting drivers of variance to plan
• Develop KPIs and dashboards to provide leadership with clear, timely insights into performance and growth levers
• Support scenario planning and cash-flow forecasting to guide strategic decisions
• Collaborate with the CFO to enhance systems and processes that link QuickBooks, Salesforce, and future FP&A tools

Leadership & Team Development

• Manage and mentor an initial team member with the opportunity to grow the team as the company scales
• Build a culture of accountability, curiosity, and continuous improvement in the finance and accounting functions
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CFO and leadership team, balancing tactical execution with strategic perspective

Qualification & Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• 6-8+ years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including at least 3+ years in a controllership or senior accounting leadership role in a growth-stage or mid-size company
• CPA designation; Big Four or similar public-accounting experience a plus
• Understanding of ASC 330 or accounting for environmental credits a plus
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP, PCAOB guidance and internal controls over financial reporting, financial statement preparation and other compliance requirements
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (QuickBooks) and familiarity with Salesforce integrations
• Experience with FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and KPI reporting—comfortable navigating both historical reporting and forward-looking analysis
• Dynamic and flexible leader with a proven ability to perform accounting close processes, generate financial statements and reports, interpret results and explain variances to budget/plan
• Ability to scale processes and teams in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, low-ego leader who is equally comfortable being strategic and rolling up their sleeves
• Passion for sustainability and making a tangible impact through regenerative agriculture

What You’ll Demonstrate

• A proven ability to design and implement processes and internal controls that keep pace with rapid growth
• Skill in using data and financial analysis to inform decisions and drive performance
• A track record of building and mentoring teams that deliver results
• Comfort navigating both the precision of accounting and the forward-looking insights of FP&A
• The energy, curiosity, and resilience to thrive in an entrepreneurial, mission-driven culture

Benefits

Why Join Grassroots Carbon

• High-Growth Opportunity: Play a pivotal role in scaling the finance function of a rapidly expanding carbon markets leader
• Tangible Climate Impact: Your work enables regenerative grazing across millions of acres—storing carbon, restoring ecosystems, and strengthening rural economies
• Entrepreneurial Culture: Join a collaborative, high-performing team with the autonomy to innovate and lead in a fast-paced environment
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Competitive base salary, performance-based bonus, equity participation, health/dental/vision insurance, flexible PTO, 401(k), and support for professional development

Benefits

• Health Insurance plan with $0 deductible and $0 co-pay
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Flexible spending account option.
• Open Paid Time Off Policy plus 9 paid holidays per year as listed in our Company Handbook
• Participation in our 401(k) savings plan
• Company-paid Life and AD&D coverage
• Educational materials and expenses to support continuing education opportunities