Financial Controller

Job Description

Salary:

Financial Controller In-Office Position

Location: Washington, DC Metro Area Full-time Mission-driven, fast-growing company

About Vegetable + Butcher

At Vegetable and Butcher, we believe food is medicine. Our mission is to make eating healthy easy and enjoyable by delivering fresh, nutritious, and chef-crafted meals directly to our customers. Rooted in the philosophy that food should nourish both body and soul, we create balanced, plant-forward meals that support a vibrant and sustainable lifestyle.

Were looking for an experienced Controller to join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and operational efficiency of our business. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for food, health, and wellness, this could be the perfect role for you!

The Role

The Controller will oversee all financial aspects of the company, ensuring sound financial planning, reporting, and compliance. This role requires a hands-on professional who can manage bookkeeping, financial reporting, and strategic financial planning while supporting our growth. The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of experience in accounting or financial management, with a strong background in e-commerce, food, or subscription-based business models being a plus. Reporting to the CEO, youll provide financial insights and guide strategic decisions to support our next stage of growth.

This position is in-office only and based in the Washington, DC metro area. Remote work is not available.

CPA certification is preferred but not required.

What Youll Do

Financial Strategy & Leadership

Provide comprehensive financial updates to senior leadership by analyzing and reporting key data points.

Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and reporting standards.

Establish and monitor financial benchmarks, budgets, and KPIs to drive strategic decision-making.

Accounting & Reporting

Ensure accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

Oversee day-to-day bookkeeping, ensuring accuracy in financial records and compliance with accounting principles.

Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll processing.

Cash Flow & Cost Optimization

Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital, and vendor payments to ensure financial stability.

Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve profitability without compromising quality.

Support pricing strategies, margin analysis, and operational efficiencies.

Compliance, Risk Management & Payroll Oversight

Ensure compliance with national and local tax regulations, financial laws, and industry best practices.

Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners to optimize financial structure.

Oversee payroll processing and financial policies to enhance operational efficiency.

Systems & Process Improvement

Lead financial process automation and system enhancements to improve efficiency.

Implement consistent accounting policies and workflows across departments.

Support financial modeling for growth initiatives, funding, and M&A evaluations.

What Were Looking For

7-10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, preferably in DTC, CPG, e-commerce, or subscription-based businesses.

CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred but not required.

Strong understanding of GAAP, financial modeling, tax compliance, and unit economics.

Experience managingpayroll, accounting teams, and financial reporting standards.

Hands-on experience withQuickBooks, NetSuite, or other ERP/accounting software.

Analytical mindset withexceptional attention to detail and strategic thinking.

Ability tothrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Why Join Us?

Mission-Driven Work: Be part of a company thats redefining the way people eat and live.

Great Location: Work in our Washington, DC metro office and engage directly with our team.

Growth Opportunity: Make a significant impact in a growing company with a dynamic environment.

Delicious Perks: Enjoy access to our chef-crafted, healthy meals!

Full-time