Controller at SHINE Technologies LLC

Janesville, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

215000.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Close, Financial Reporting, Shared Services Management, Source-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Payroll Operations, Internal Controls, General Ledger Management, Audit Coordination, ERP Optimization, Cash Management, Revenue Recognition, Compliance Monitoring, Budgeting and Forecasting, Vendor Management, Government Contracting

Industry

Energy Technology

Description

Description SHINE Technologies is seeking a Controller who will be a senior finance leader responsible for the operational backbone of SHINE's financial infrastructure. This role owns the end-to-end execution of financial close and reporting, finance shared services, and the transactional accounting functions that support every aspect of the business. This is a high-impact, highly visible leadership role for a seasoned operational finance leader who thrives in complex, dynamic environments and brings equal rigor to process excellence, controls, and team development. The Controller partners closely with the CFO, FP&A, legal, and operational leadership to ensure SHINE's financial operations scale effectively as the company grows. The base salary range for this position is $190,000 - $215,000 per year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Duties and Responsibilities: Financial Close & Reporting Own and drive the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of results Maintain and continuously improve close calendars, checklists, and controls to reduce cycle time without compromising quality Serve as the primary owner of the general ledger, chart of accounts, and accounting policy framework; partner with the technical accounting function on policy application and any complex or non-routine transactions Provide clean, well-controlled books as the foundation for financial reporting, consolidations, and external audit — partnering closely with the SEC reporting and technical accounting function on deliverables above the close Support financial reporting inputs for debt covenants, government contracts, and grant-related compliance as applicable Finance Shared Services Lead and develop a high-performing shared services organization encompassing source-to-pay (S2P), order-to-cash (O2C), payroll, travel & expense (T&E), and related transactional functions Establish and monitor service-level expectations for each shared services function, driving accountability and operational consistency across the team Design and implement scalable processes and systems that support SHINE's growth, including ERP optimization, automation, and workflow improvements Ensure clear ownership and documentation of processes within each shared services domain; identify and close gaps in coverage, controls, and escalation paths Source-to-Pay Oversee accounts payable, procurement support, and vendor master management to ensure timely, accurate, and controlled payment of obligations Partner with procurement and operations to align purchase order workflows, three-way match controls, and accrual processes Manage vendor relationships as they relate to payment terms, dispute resolution, and compliance with SHINE's vendor code of conduct Drive continuous improvement in S2P cycle times, cash management, and early payment discount capture Order-to-Cash Oversee billing, accounts receivable, cash application, and collections for SHINE's diverse revenue streams, including isotope sales, government contracts, and licensing arrangements Ensure billing accuracy and timeliness across customer types and contract structures, including milestone-based and cost-reimbursable contracts Manage DSO performance and cash forecasting inputs; coordinate with commercial teams on customer credit and collections strategy Maintain strong internal controls over the billing and cash application process; coordinate with the technical accounting function on revenue recognition policy and application Payroll Own end-to-end payroll operations for a growing workforce, including salaried, hourly, and executive payroll cycles. Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements across all jurisdictions in which SHINE operates Partner with HR on compensation changes, new hire onboarding, benefits deductions, and equity award administration Oversee payroll system health, vendor relationships, and year-end processes including W-2 issuance and ACA reporting Travel & Expense Manage the T & E program including policy ownership, system administration, and compliance monitoring. Drive adoption of SHINE's expense management platform; identify and address patterns of non-compliance or policy exception Reconcile corporate card activity and ensure timely reimbursement cycles with appropriate substantiation Internal Controls & Compliance Own the execution of internal controls across the Controller's functional scope — including close, S2P, O2C, payroll, and T&E — ensuring controls are consistently performed, evidenced, and escalated when exceptions arise Serve as the primary operator of transactional and process-level controls; partner with the technical accounting and SEC reporting function, which owns control framework design, documentation, and testing Respond promptly to control deficiencies or gaps identified through testing or audit; drive remediation within the Controller's domain and track resolution to closure Instill a controls-first mindset within the shared services team — ensuring staff understand not just what they do, but why the control exists and what good execution looks like Coordinate with legal, compliance, and operations on government contracting requirements (e.g., FAR/DFARS compliance, cost accounting standards) where applicable Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required Active CPA license required. Minimum 12–15 years of progressive accounting experience, including demonstrated progression into controllership or senior accounting leadership Prior experience as a Controller or Assistant Controller in a company with revenue of $100M or greater required Experience managing a finance shared services organization, including Source-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, and Payroll functions required Experience owning the end-to-end financial close process, including close calendar management, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables Strong working knowledge of internal controls design and execution; experience operating controls in a SOX or SOX-readiness environment preferred Experience supporting an external audit as the primary controller-level liaison Pre-IPO or public company experience strongly preferred; experience supporting a company through a public offering or registration process a plus Experience with government contracting, cost accounting standards (CAS), or FAR/DFARS compliance preferred given SHINE's contract revenue streams Working Conditions and Physical Effort: Ability to remain in a stationary position (e.g., standing or sitting) for extended periods of time. Ability to move within facility environments. Ability to handle standard office equipment and materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Work is primarily performed in a standard office or hybrid environment. Although flexible work hours may be available, extended hours will sometimes be necessary to meet reporting deadlines. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job, absent undue hardship. Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check. SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions. SHINE Technologies 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 or veteran status. Pay Transparency Policy Employee Rights Under the NLRA Equal Opportunity Employment E-Verify

Responsibilities

The Controller is responsible for the end-to-end execution of financial close, reporting, and the management of finance shared services including S2P, O2C, and payroll. This role ensures the scalability of financial operations and maintains rigorous internal controls and compliance across the organization.