Controller

Today, we live in a world where everything has become convenient. Now you can get a ride anywhere, buy anything, and get an answer to your question with just a couple clicks on your phone. Convenience isn’t a luxury, it’s an expectation.

So why not renting? It’s still a chore to get utilities set up, buy renters insurance, get air filters changed, handle pest control, and more.

That’s why we’ve built the world’s first Resident Experience Platform that makes resident onboarding, resident services, and ancillary revenue effortless for property managers.

We’re passionate about turning friction into triple win experiences for residents, investors, and managers. That way renting can be easy and rewarding for everyone.

And now you can join us. Apply today to join 200+ passionate, creative people who strive to make a difference each day so residents, property managers, and investors all win.
 

About the Role

Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will manage Second Nature’s financial and accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role will supervise the accounting team, and work closely with internal teams to prepare financial statements, external auditors and vendors, and provide strategic financial guidance to senior management and leadership. This position will serve as a strategic business partner to the CFO, providing critical financial information to make actionable recommendations on strategy and operations.
 

Key Job Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting
   • Manage the closing process to prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
   • Ensure timely and accurate reporting of financial information to senior management and leadership.
   • Work closely with our external auditors to complete audits and issue statements on a timely basis. 
   • Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
   • Interact with investors and shareholders as required.
2. Internal Controls
   • Establish and maintain internal control procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulations.
   • Conduct periodic audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls and identify areas for improvement.
   • Implement risk management strategies to mitigate financial risks.
3. Cash Management
   • Manage cash flow to ensure liquidity and optimize investment opportunities.
   • Oversee accountants who will monitor banking activities, accounts payable, and reconcile bank statements.
   • Work with the FP&A team to develop cash flow forecasting models; present to leadership.
4. Tax Compliance
   • Coordinate with external tax advisors to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations.
   • Prepare and file tax returns, including income, sales & payroll taxes.
   • Lead regular financial reviews & audits.
5. Financial Analysis
   • Conduct financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and business planning.
   • Perform variance analysis to explain deviations from budgeted expectations.
6. Team Leadership
   • Supervise and mentor accounting & payroll staff, providing guidance and support, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
      

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA designation preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting or financial management roles.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Proficiency in Netsuite ERP software, with a keen interest in leveraging technology to improve financial operations.
• 8+ years experience supervising an accounting team.
• Proficiency with Excel/Google Sheets; Tableau; Power BI.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, with experience managing an accounting  team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work East Coast hours (8.30/9 am EST start time)

We get it. Requirements can sometimes hold people back from applying to a job, but don’t let that be the case here. If you believe you have the skills it takes to elevate this role, team, and company, we encourage you to apply for this role.

REMOTE WORK STATEMENT

This position is a remote-first, work from home position. Second Nature is committed to creating a culture and workplace where remote work fosters collaboration and connections and is a key part of our company story and success. To be successful in a remote work role at Second Nature you must:

• Be available during your scheduled working hours and give your full attention to the completion of your Second Nature job duties
• Have a quiet, professional, distraction-free environment in which to complete your work
• Have access to your own reliable high-speed internet connection
• Attend our bi-annual in-person company meetings (Second Nature will reimburse the cost of your business travel per company guidelines)

Why Second Nature?

• Health First: Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance; 401K Plan
• Location: Work Remotely from anywhere in the US
• Flexibility: Open PTO and sick days
• The Product: Beyond the awards and 5-star reviews… our clients and customers love what they can do with a fully managed RBP
• Diverse, Inclusive Culture: We embrace employees from all backgrounds with openness and respect 
• Training: A supportive team to help you grow your career and unlock your full potential
• Growth: The opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a fast-growing startup that’s designing and developing an exciting category

Second Nature is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We take action to ensure equal employment opportunities for all candidates and employees and to provide employees with a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Our hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by federal and/or state law.


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