Controller

About the job

First Gen Financial | Remote (U.S.) | Full-Time

About First Gen

First Gen Financial helps organizations strengthen their teams, create financial freedom, and build sustainable growth. We offer employer-sponsored, self-insured health plans that let employees add to their benefits at little to no net out-of-pocket cost, and we serve more than 10,000 employers across all 50 states and U.S. territories.

The Role

We are looking for a Controller to own our accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. You will lead the close, make sure our financials are accurate and audit-ready, and give leadership the insight needed to make sound decisions as we grow. This is a hands-on leadership role: you will manage the accounting function and still be close to the details.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, ensuring timely and accurate results
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
• Design, implement, and maintain internal controls and accounting policies
• Coordinate external audits and tax filings and work with outside CPAs and advisors
• Manage and develop members of the accounting team
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to the executive team
• Evaluate and improve accounting systems, processes, and reporting tools
• Support compliance with applicable regulatory and financial reporting requirements

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional accounting or finance experience

• 3+ years of managerial experience, including direct supervision of staff

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, month-end close, and financial reporting

• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems, and advanced Excel skills

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment

• Must be US based

• Preferred

• Experience in insurance or health care

• CPA license

• Experience in a growing or fast-moving company

What We Offer

• Fully remote position (must be US based)
• Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 on base + performance bonus
• Health Benefits
• Unlimited PTO

Equal Opportunity Statement

First Gen Industries LTD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Employment decisions at First Gen Industries LTD are based solely on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.

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About the company

First Gen Financial

Actively Hiring More jobs B2B Financial Services Firm11-50 Employees

New York City

11-50

Insurance

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Founders

Alex Wagner Founder

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