Finance and Payroll Controller

Controller

LightingNewYork.com is one of the fastest growing online retailers in the Lighting Industry and we are currently seeking a Finance Controller for our office in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania. As a team, we work hard to always move forward, but we don't underestimate the value of having some fun, either. We pride ourselves on being different from our competition by making an effort to "wow" everyone we contact in our daily business endeavors. We’ve been ranked as a Best Place To Work in Pennsylvania for the last 7 years and also hold several awards from Newsweek, including Best Customer Service in America and Best Online Shops.

If you meet the following criteria and this sounds like a place you would like to be a part of, we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities of the Role:

• Financial Operations & Strategy:
  • Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Lead the month-end and year-end processes
  • Develop and maintain internal control policies and procedures to safeguard company assets.
  • Assist leadership in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Cash Management & Banking:
  • Manage and maintain all company banking relationships.
  • Oversee daily cash management activities, monitor cash flow, and prepare cash flow forecasts to ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs.
  • Supervise the reconciliation of all bank accounts and credit card statements.
  • Implement and oversee fraud prevention measures and other treasury-related controls.
• Sales Tax Management:
  • Manage all aspects of multi-state sales and use tax compliance, including nexus determination, registrations, filings, and reconciliations.
  • Ensure accurate tax collection and remittance across our ecommerce platforms.
  • Stay current on evolving sales tax legislation and implement necessary system and process changes.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for any state and local tax audits.
• Payroll Management:
  • Supervise the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees.
  • Oversee payroll tax filings
  • Facilitate benefit deductions as provided by HR
  • Complete and year-end reporting, including W-2s
• Accounts Payable Management:
  • Oversee the full-cycle accounts payable function, ensuring vendors are paid accurately and on time while managing cash flow effectively.
  • Review and approve payment runs, expense reports, and corporate credit card reconciliations.
  • Manage vendor relationships and resolve any payment discrepancies.
• Team Leadership & Supervision:
  • Directly manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of finance professionals
  • Establish clear goals and expectations, provide regular feedback, and foster a collaborative and positive team environment.
  • Optimize departmental workflows to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications & Skills You Need to Have:

• Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role.
  • Direct experience managing multi-state sales tax for an ecommerce or retail business
  • experience managing payroll and accounts payable functions.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, QuickBooks Online) and Microsoft Excel.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
  • Strong leadership and team development skills.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.

What We Provide:

• A Flexible hybrid work environment, or fully remote for the right candidate.
• A Competitive Salary
• 3 Weeks PTO with Roll Over
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings with a 3% Match