Job Application for Controller at Sensei Ag

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Founded by global technology pioneer Larry Ellison and esteemed physician and author Dr. David Agus, Sensei Ag is a market-changing AgTech company on a journey to improve human nutrition. Our greenhouse farms align technology with the environment to protect and preserve natural resources while optimizing how we grow food. Merging agriculture and innovation to achieve sustainable farming practices allows us to grow high-quality, delicious produce year-round.

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Controller with a strong Cost Accounting background to strengthen the company’s financial rigor, processes, controls, reporting, and analysis to support business decision-making and operational excellence. This position reports to the SVP, Accounting & Finance and is fully remote. Prior experience in Agriculture, Biotech, Manufacturing, or another production/inventory-intensive environment is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted financial advisor to the SVP, Accounting & Finance.
Lead the month-end and year-end close and prepare and review monthly financial statements, management reporting, and financial analysis.
Ensure accounting practices and financial reporting comply with U.S. GAAP.
Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, inventory, accruals, and reconciliations.
Establish and maintain appropriate accounting policies, procedures, and documentation.
Support annual audits, tax filings, and other external financial reporting requirements.
Lead and improve cost accounting processes, including product costing, inventory valuation, labor and overhead allocation, and COGS.
Analyze production costs, margins, variances, and operational performance and provide actionable insights to management.
Partner with operations to improve cost visibility, financial accountability, and operational performance.
Develop, document, and implement strong internal controls and approval processes.
Serve as the key finance owner of NetSuite, including evaluating configuration, reporting, workflows, controls, and overall utilization.
Evaluate and improve financial systems, processes, and workflows, including opportunities for automation and integration.
Partner with IT and other departments to ensure financial systems effectively support operational and reporting needs.
Lead, develop, and support the accounting team.
Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning.

Skills and Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
Strong technical accounting foundation and knowledge of GAAP. CPA required.
10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including Controller or senior accounting leadership experience.
Strong NetSuite experience.
Strong cost accounting experience.
Demonstrated experience developing and strengthening internal controls.
Proven ability to streamline processes and improve financial systems.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to work at both the detailed accounting level and strategically across the organization.

Sensei Ag is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. We thoughtfully consider a wide range of factors when determining individual compensation. The expected annual pay range for this role is between $170,000 - $195,000.

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