Controller

Title: Controller

Classification: Exempt

Type/Hours: Full Time

Salary: $175,000 - $205,000

Outlined specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by all employees. Essential Functions are not intended to reflect all duties performed. 

WHO WE ARE

Oberon Fuels is a renewable products company focused on producing low-carbon molecules—including renewable dimethyl ether (DME), methanol, natural gas, and hydrogen—from waste-based and renewable feedstocks. Using proprietary technology, Oberon converts biogenic and recycled carbon sources into clean-burning fuels and sustainable chemical products for transportation, power generation, industrial, and aerosol applications.

By transforming waste into high-value renewable molecules, Oberon helps companies decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors while maintaining compatibility with existing infrastructure. Our renewable DME provides a practical pathway to decarbonize propellant applications, LPG and deliver renewable hydrogen, while our renewable methanol serves as a drop-in replacement for existing methanol applications and emerging low-carbon fuel markets.

With the world’s first commercial-scale renewable DME plant and a growing pipeline of projects capable of producing hundreds of millions of gallons per year, Oberon is helping accelerate the transition to a circular, low-carbon economy. Our approach is built on a vision of local feedstock, local production, and local consumption—creating jobs, strengthening communities, and turning waste into value.

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will initially perform all of the hands-on work to establish and implement internal accounting controls and processes, enter and validate financial data, and identify and deploy a scalable accounting system to accommodate our growth trajectory. The Controller will function as a financial subject-matter-expert and be responsible for all end-to-end accounting activities from a tactical to strategic level. In addition to our accounting systems and processes, the Controller will have the opportunity to partner with the CFO to grow, train, and develop the finance team as the company continues to grow. If you are seeking a challenging opportunity to build out an accounting team from the ground up, Oberon Fuels is your chance to make an impact from day one! 

Accounting Department Management:

• Assess current practices and procedures, and implement scalable solutions to meet the growth trajectory of the company, to include associated IT and accounting systems to meet fiscal/regulatory compliance
• Establish, maintain, and document accounting policies and procedures
• Implement and document financial controls governing cash disbursements, credit card use, approval procedures, cash receipts, commissions, legal contracts, etc. 
• Manage the Travel & Expense management and support processes
• Evaluate and maintain accounting systems: manage software and manual integrations 
• Manage part-time Accounts Payable Specialist
• Assists in the completion of special projects as directed

Transactional Management:

• Lead all general accounting activities to include maintenance of general ledger for a multi-entity company, budget preparation, accounts payable, month-end close, and record payroll journal entries and reconciliation.
• Prepare financial statements and work with external auditor to facilitate year-end audit compliance
• Experience with cost-based accounting methods (standard, activity based, marginal, etc.) 
• File/coordinate to file required tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies
• Assures adherence to GAAP and compliance and accuracy in financial records 

EDUCATION, TRAITS & EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
• 7+ years of accounting experience or 5+ years accounting experience with 2 years in a leadership or accounting manager role, exhibiting sustained performance in increasing scope of responsibilities
• Familiarity with processes and procedures appropriate to a scaling growth organization
• Experience with financial modeling and budget development
• Demonstrated ability to adapt and excel in the midst of changing needs/priorities
• Intellectually curious, takes initiative, self-motivated and able to roll up their sleeves to get things done
• Professional integrity and ability to maintain a high-level of confidentiality
• Team player with a positive attitude; ability to work independently on projects
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks against competing deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels of management in the Company and external vendors/customers
• Manufacturing, fuels, chemical, or renewable energy industry experience a plus
• Location: This position is remote
• Position requires up-to-10% travel 
• Core traits: Grit, Adaptable, Collaborative, Purpose Driven, Sense of Humor

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Entrepreneurial attitude, goal driven, results focused, understands urgency 
• Highest level of integrity
• Exhibits bias towards action with strength in execution
• Dynamic, creative, and smart leader with energy and vision 
• Self-motivated, positive thinker 
• Team oriented with a priority on organizational goals, motivated by accomplishments 
• Skilled at problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level 
• Ability to grasp issues in a dynamic start up environment and organize activities to quickly achieve desired outcomes 

The Oberon Fuels team is excited about its continued growth and is looking for people to join us in bringing DME to market to enable cleaner air, increased economic opportunity, and reduced emissions for all. Please visit our careers page at www.OberonFuels.com or the Oberon Fuels jobs section our LinkedIn webpage. Employment is subject to successful background check and drug testing. 

EEO Employer: Oberon Fuels is an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or any other protected classification.