Controller at Harvest Group

Rogers, Arkansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial reporting, Month-end close, GAAP, Accounting policies, Audit processes, Revenue recognition, Accounts receivable, Accounts payable, Payroll, General ledger, Treasury management, Internal controls, Financial analysis, Team leadership, Microsoft Excel, Process improvement

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Harvest Group is a trusted integrated commerce agency that specializes in serving CPG suppliers looking to grow their business at Walmart, Target, Amazon, Kroger, Sam’s Club, Costco, and Harris Teeter. Harvest Group offers a connected commerce solution leading their clients with account management, digital content management, retail media management, and replenishment services. Established in 2006, our multi-functional team of retail experts leverages first-class systems and technologies to support our clients along every step of the retail journey. At Harvest Group, our culture and values are at the core of everything we do. This is evident in every area of our business – in our people, relationships, processes, and ultimately in how we serve our clients. This approach has humbly allowed us the opportunity to receive the following awards: * Inc Best Places to Work - 2025 * Great Place to Work Certified – 2024 * Fortune’s Best Workplaces for Women – 2024 * Fortune’s Best Medium Workplaces – 2024 * Fortune’s Best Consulting & Professional Services - 2024 * Business Intelligence Group Best Places to Work - 2023 Harvest Group Values * Integrity: Doing what is right in all things * Relationship: Pursuing depth, trust, and collaboration * Service: Laboring for others with humility and care * Excellence: Delivering extraordinary performance and results with humility * Journey: Embracing our past and planning for our future with faith Description The Controller will lead the Accounting function at Harvest Group, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of the company’s financial reporting. This role owns the end-to-end close process, accounting policies, and control environment, serving as the foundation for all financial reporting and decision-making. The Controller will partner closely with FP&A, Finance Operations, and corporate leadership to ensure financial data is accurate, processes are scalable, and the business operates in compliance with GAAP and internal policies. This role also leads and develops the accounting team while building a best-in-class accounting function to support continued growth. Our approach to servicing our employees is grounded in our values. To deliver excellence for our Harvest Group employees, we do require that this role is based in Rogers (AR). If you are applying but do not currently reside in this market, please note that relocation will not be covered by Harvest Group. Responsibilities * Own and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes * Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP * Lead the preparation of financial statements for internal leadership and external stakeholders * Own and maintain accounting policies, including revenue recognition and technical accounting matters * Lead audit processes, including coordination with external auditors * Oversee all core accounting functions, including accounts receivable, revenue recognition, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger activities * Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records, including all balance sheet reconciliations * Support treasury and cash management processes, including cash flow visibility and banking activity * Establish and maintain a strong internal control environment * Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, close timelines, and reporting accuracy * Partner with Finance Operations on system improvements and process design impacting accounting workflows * Partner with FP&A to ensure alignment between actuals, forecasts, and reporting structures * Lead, manage, and develop the accounting team * Support ad hoc financial reporting and analysis as needed Requirements * 5–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility, preferably within a high-growth environment * Proven track record of owning and optimizing the month-end close process and overall accounting operations * Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting standards, with the ability to apply them in a dynamic business environment * Experience leading and developing accounting teams * Experience working with accounting systems and financial reporting tools * Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel * Ownership mindset with a focus on accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement * Exceptional attention to detail paired with strong organizational and problem-solving skills * Effective communicator with the ability to partner cross-functionally and present financial insights to leadership * Ability to prioritize competing demands and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment Preferred * CPA or equivalent certification * Experience leading audit processes * Experience in high-growth, service-based, or omnichannel environments * Experience with systems such as NetSuite, Oracle Cloud, or similar * Experience building and improving internal controls and accounting policies Our heart at Harvest is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusivity, authenticity, mutual respect, professionalism, and growth. Harvest Group is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, age, marital status, familial status, national origin, ancestry, disability or handicap, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Responsibilities

The Controller will lead the accounting function, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of all financial reporting. This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end close process, maintaining internal controls, and overseeing core accounting operations.