Assistant Controller

Who are we:
Caraway is a home goods brand on a mission to craft well-designed, non-toxic home goods that thoughtfully raises the standards of what you cook with. We’re passionate about creating elevated products, free of toxic chemicals, that are better for you, your family, and the planet. We prioritize a holistic approach to the creation of Caraway products. We partner with ethical manufacturers where their employees are safe, paid fairly, given benefits, and work regulated hours. Our eco-friendly manufacturing process releases less CO2 into the environment than traditional non-stick coatings and we engage in sustainable packaging practices, free of single-use plastics and ship in packaging made from recycled materials. We pride ourselves on continuously striving to do and be better - for you and the planet - in every step of the process.

Since launching in November 2019, we’ve become one of the fastest growing digitally-native brands of the last decade and are now sold in retailers including Target, Bloomingdale’s, Crate & Barrel, The Container Store, Costco, Zola, and many more.

We’ve amassed over 75,000+ five-star reviews from happy customers and hundreds of press hits from the likes of Vogue, Domino, Good Housekeeping, Food & Wine, Architectural Digest, PureWow, Fortune, and CNN.

Caraway is a fully-remote company filled with motivated and hardworking innovators and doers. We’re continually developing programs to support our distributed team to ensure a successful remote experience. If you’re looking to join a brand that folks love, read on and apply!

The Opportunity:
Caraway is looking for an Assistant Controller to join our growing finance team. Reporting to the Senior Director, Accounting, you will support critical accounting functions and assist in maintaining timely and accurate financial reporting. You will play a key role in optimizing and improving accounting processes and systems, contributing to the scalability of our accounting function. The Assistant Controller will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless financial operations in our high-growth environment.

Who You Are:
The ideal candidate is an experienced accounting professional with a strong foundation in financial reporting and operations. You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrive in a collaborative environment. You enjoy solving problems, working in a dynamic setting, and are motivated by the opportunity to help build efficient accounting processes. You have excellent communication skills and a proactive mindset, capable of operating effectively in both independent and team settings.

Responsibilities:
Financial Operations and Reporting

• Oversee day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, and financial reporting.
• Assist in managing the monthly close process, including preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations (inventory, deferred revenue, accrued tradespend, sales tax payable, etc.), and variance analyses.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Coach accounting team members and serve as a resource for GAAP accounting treatment.
• Work with extensive data sets to reconcile historical financial transactions across various systems.
• Validate financial information against source data to ensure accuracy. 

Compliance and Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal tax regulations and reporting requirements.
• Assist in managing and preparing for annual audits, overseeing support collection and open items lists.
• Help develop and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Systems and Process Optimization

• Evaluate, improve, and maintain accounting systems and workflows to support company growth and scalability.
• Standardize and automate account reconciliation processes.
• Collaborate with ERP providers and internal teams to enhance system functionality and ensure alignment with operational needs.
• Implement best practices for process efficiency and internal controls.
• Other related duties as necessary or assigned within a high-growth environment

General Crewmate Responsibilities

• Contribute and add to the Caraway Crew culture by actively participating in employee engagement surveys and semi-annual performance review cycles; attending company wide meetings and events, as schedule allows; bringing a positive and solutions-oriented approach to your day-to-day work environment
• Support ad-hoc projects as needed 

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• 7+ years of accounting experience 
• BA/BS in Accounting required; CPA preferred
• Ability to reconcile complicated transactions
• Strong technical knowledge of GAAP principles and financial reporting
• Experience with ERP systems (Fulfil preferred) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience in the DTC/e-commerce industry or with physical product/inventory
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

The anticipated base salary range for this role ​is $125,000 - $160,000 - Final compensation will depend on a variety of factors determining the base pay at offer, including but not limited to: skills, qualifications, experience. This range provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role.

Caraway Life:
Caraway is an exciting, fully remote digitally native company that is bringing kitchenware and home goods into the modern era, leading from a non-toxic and sustainable foundation.

Team: You will be joining a passionate and collaborative fully-remote team that prides itself on high-quality work, supporting one another, sharing our successes, and building a brand we truly love, together.

Culture: At Caraway, we value continuous learning and career growth. We strive to continually optimize our processes, ensuring that we’re thoughtful in everything we do, both internally and externally. We listen to our employees, celebrate our wins, and constantly look for ways to be better for our team, and the world. 

Workplace: Being a fully-remote company, we have no headquarters and are truly distributed across the country. Our leadership team sits on both the East and West Coast and we have folks in a variety of states. We offer a monthly stipend towards co-working space should folks need to switch up their working environment every now and then.

Benefits: We value you and your family. With this in mind, full-time eligible employees are provided: 

• Health, dental, and vision offerings for you and your dependents
• Equity for full time employees
• Unlimited PTO 
• 11+ paid holidays
• 3 months Parental leave
• Fully Remote Company
• Company-sponsored monthly wellness stipend
• Company-sponsored monthly coworking stipend
• Pre-tax Commuter and FSA/Dependent Care FSA, and HSA options
• 401(k) plan
• High quality home and kitchen product + swag, F&F discounts

Please note that the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the role. Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed to meet business needs.
Caraway is an Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.