Global Controller, Vita Coco

$240-250k

Oracle
SAP
Expert level
New York

2+ days a week in office

Vita Coco

Coconut-based beverages

Open for applications

Vita Coco

Coconut-based beverages

501-1000 employees

B2CRetailPersonal healthFoodConsumer GoodseCommerce

Open for applications

$240-250k

Oracle
SAP
Expert level
New York

2+ days a week in office

501-1000 employees

B2CRetailPersonal healthFoodConsumer GoodseCommerce

Company mission

To reimagine what is possible when brands deliver great-tasting, natural, and nutritious products that are better for you and better for the world.

Role

Who you are

  • 10+ years of experience in a progression of accounting positions
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
  • Strong knowledge of financial systems and ERP systems, such as SAP or Oracle
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and develop staff
  • Strong understanding of accounting automation tools, such as Fast Path, Workiva, High Radius
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting
  • CPA certification is required with active status
  • Sound understanding of Cost Accounting
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Big 4 audit experience preferred

What the job involves

  • We are looking for a Global Controller, based in the New York City, to join our team
  • The Global Controller will manage overall Accounting & Financial operations on an international basis, reporting directly to the Global CFO
  • Responsible for overseeing the Global Accounting & Financial Reporting
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including SEC filings and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) compliance
  • Oversee the preparation and filing of all required financial statements and disclosures. Oversee the preparation and filing of all required financial statements and disclosures
  • Collaborate with external auditors to ensure successful audit results and compliance
  • Responsible for managing, mentoring and developing the country specific Controllers
  • Supervision of monthly close process, preparation for quarterly and annual global consolidated reporting, and supporting analysis and commentary
  • Oversee and ensure the timely completion of the year-end external audit (including related footnotes)
  • Ensure that company’s ERP system operates effectively and efficiently
  • Interpret actuals versus budget/forecasts variance (particularly pricing and COGS)
  • Ensure financial records & systems are maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
  • Establish and implement short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures
  • Communication of the accounting and reporting requirements, and timelines to the global regions
  • Take lead in new country set up (ERP, banking, procedures, etc...)
  • Assist in creating policies and procedures while instituting best practices

Our take

Coconut water is a $1B+ market in the US, and it was fiercely fought over back when it was still emerging. Vita Coco ultimately came out on top, beating out Zico (ultimately shuttered following its acquisition by Coca Cola), and since then has spread its reach to over 30 countries worldwide.

It’s made some savvy product decisions to keep hold of this top spot. The Vita Coco brand has diversified to accommodate developing consumer priorities by including additional health and sustainability focused beverages. It’s also riding the recent canned-cocktail craze through a partnership forged with Diageo’s Captain Morgan. And, perhaps most importantly, it hasn’t meddled much with its prices in spite of the economic downturn.

Analysts predict this budget-friendly approach will see the top-tier company performing well in the event of a recession. Certainly, it will also give the company a boost in a market where coconut water is considered a premium beverage. There are whispers that Zico might be returning to the game - but this old rival will have a lot of catching up to do, especially off the back of a post-IPO secondary offering that has bolstered Coco's value.

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Employee endorsements

Opportunities to learn

"I feel supported and encouraged to take advantage of learning opportunities. On top of that, the environment and culture make failing and making..."

Funding (2 rounds)

Feb 2011

$13.7m

EARLY VC

May 2010

$4.1m

EARLY VC

Total funding: $17.8m

Company benefits

  • Health Benefits
  • 401(k) + Match
  • Paid Holidays and Unlimited Vacation
  • Phone Allowance
  • Car Allowance
  • Gas Card
  • Professional Development
  • Financial Advisors
  • Employee Product Allowance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • CALM & PEERFIT Gym Membership
  • Vita Coco E*Trade Account
  • Pet Insurance & Dog Friendly Office

Company values

  • Inclusivity
  • Transparency
  • Optimism

Company HQ

Midtown Manhattan, New York, NY

Leadership

Michael Kirban

(Executive Chairman)

Has been with the company ever since co-founding it back in 2004.

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