Fractional Controller

Fractional Controller

*Finance · Operations · Controllership*

Job Title: Fractional Controller

Department: Finance

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Hybrid — US HQ (on\-site presence required during financial close periods; remote flexibility otherwise)

Hours: Part\-Time

Job Type: Temporary (12\-16 Weeks)

About Chai Vision

Chai Vision is a fast\-growing eCommerce company managing a portfolio of direct\-to\-consumer (DTC) brands across high\-impact categories—from fitness and wellness to home goods, pet care, children’s products, outdoor products, kitchen essentials, and supplements. We scale rapidly on platforms like Shopify, Amazon, and TikTok Shop through a data\-driven, community\-first approach and a relentless focus on product\-market fit.

The organization is driven by a data\-informed approach to growth, disciplined operational execution, and a commitment to delivering high\-quality products and customer experiences at scale. Chai Vision continues to invest in expanding its omnichannel sales strategy and retail presence worldwide, offering team members the opportunity to contribute within a fast\-paced, performance\-oriented organization focused on sustainable growth and long\-term value creation.

Role Summary

The Fractional / Part\-Time Controller serves as a key financial leader responsible for overseeing Chai Vision’s accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and finance team management. This individual partners closely with the CFO and broader executive leadership to provide financial insight, improve operational efficiencies, and support strategic decision\-making across the business.

The ideal candidate is both strategic and hands\-on, with deep experience in inventory\-driven businesses, consumer products, wholesale operations, and complex accounting environments. This is a fractional engagement designed for a senior finance leader who can deliver Controller\-level rigor on a part\-time cadence while flexing up around close cycles, audits, and strategic finance initiatives.

What You’ll Do

Financial Leadership \& Reporting

• Lead all accounting operations including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, financial reporting, and account reconciliations
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Prepare financial analyses, operating reports, and executive\-level reporting packages
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures

Operational \& Inventory Finance

• Partner cross\-functionally with operations, supply chain, sales, and inventory teams to analyze inventory performance, costing, and gross margin trends
• Oversee inventory accounting and cost analysis across multiple product categories and business channels (Shopify, Amazon, TikTok Shop, wholesale)
• Develop financial models, KPIs, and business performance metrics to support operational decision\-making
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and long\-range financial planning initiatives

Cash Management \& Banking

• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital planning
• Oversee banking relationships, financing arrangements, and compliance requirements
• Monitor liquidity needs and support broader financial strategy initiatives

Team Management \& Process Improvement

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering accountability and professional growth
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across systems, reporting, and financial processes
• Evaluate financial systems and reporting structures to improve efficiency and visibility

Audit, Tax \& Compliance

• Coordinate annual audits and maintain relationships with external auditors and financial partners
• Support tax compliance and reporting requirements across corporate, sales, and operational tax areas
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards (US GAAP) and regulatory requirements

Who You Are

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required); CPA required, MBA strongly preferred
• You bring 10\+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience
• You have deep experience within apparel, consumer products, manufacturing, wholesale, or inventory\-intensive industries
• You have a strong understanding of inventory accounting, cost accounting, and operational finance
• You are experienced managing ERP/accounting systems and complex financial reporting processes
• You bring strong leadership, communication, and analytical capabilities — both strategic and hands\-on
• You operate effectively in a fast\-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• You are comfortable partnering directly with executive leadership and cross\-functional stakeholders
• Nice to have: combination of public accounting and private industry experience; experience supporting multi\-channel businesses including wholesale, retail, and eCommerce operations

Success Metrics

• Month\-end close completed within 5–7 business days, quarter\-end within 10 business days, with zero material restatements
• Clean annual external audit with minimal adjusting entries or audit findings
• Inventory accounting accuracy maintained above 98% across all SKUs and channels
• Rolling 13\-week cash flow forecast updated weekly, with variance to actual within ±5%
• Documented improvements to at least two financial processes or systems within the first 90 days
• On\-time delivery of executive\-level reporting packages every reporting cycle

Cross\-Functional Relationships

• CFO \& Executive Leadership: Strategic finance partnership, executive reporting, and decision support
• Operations \& Supply Chain: Inventory performance, costing analysis, and gross margin diagnostics
• Sales \& Channel Teams: Channel\-level profitability across Shopify, Amazon, TikTok Shop, and wholesale
• Accounting Staff: Direct leadership, mentorship, and process ownership across GL, AP, and AR
• External Auditors \& Tax Advisors: Annual audit coordination, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting
• Banking \& Finance Partners: Banking relationships, credit facilities, and working capital arrangements

Tools \& Systems

ERP / Accounting platform (NetSuite, QuickBooks, Sage Intacct or equivalent) · Inventory \& cost accounting systems · Shopify · Amazon Seller Central · TikTok Shop · Wholesale / EDI platforms · FP\&A and financial modeling tools (Excel, Google Sheets) · BI / reporting tools · Banking \& treasury platforms

Accountability \& Rhythm

Daily

• Review cash position and flag liquidity concerns
• Oversee AP / AR activity and approve disbursements as needed
• Respond to executive and cross\-functional finance questions

Weekly

• Update rolling 13\-week cash flow forecast
• Sync with operations and supply chain on inventory and margin performance
• Review accounting team workload and unblock open items

Monthly

• Lead monthly close and deliver executive reporting package
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve open items
• Refresh KPI and business performance dashboards

Quarterly

• Lead quarterly close and prepare board\-level financial materials
• Update budget and long\-range forecast in partnership with the CFO
• Conduct internal controls review and document remediation

Annually

• Coordinate external audit and tax filings end\-to\-end
• Refresh accounting policies and procedures documentation
• Lead annual budget and strategic finance planning cycle

Why Work With Us

Join a fast\-growing ecommerce company where your ideas matter and your growth is part of our mission. At Chai Vision, we’re scaling quickly, building boldly, and redefining what a modern ecommerce team looks like.

We move fast, collaborate deeply, and give our people the space and support they need to thrive. Along with a culture built on innovation and teamwork, we offer benefits that reward your hard work and fuel your growth.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Paid time off that increases with tenure at the company, giving you time to relax, recharge, and reset
• 15 days of a flexible holiday schedule so you can celebrate what matters to you
• Medical insurance with 50% of premiums covered
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% to invest in your future
• Continued education opportunities to keep your skills sharp
• Holiday and birthday gifts—we celebrate our people
• A collaborative, high\-energy environment where ideas become action
• Real room to grow as we scale

*If you thrive in a fast\-paced, creative atmosphere and want to help grow ecommerce brands, you’ll love working here!*