Controller

Controller

Reports To: CFO

Company Overview

Netlist Inc. (NASDAQ: NLST) is a leading provider of high-performance modular memory subsystems and next-generation storage-class memory solutions. We specialize in cutting-edge technologies that enable innovation in AI, cloud computing, and enterprise infrastructure. Our product portfolio includes DDR4/DDR5 DIMMs, NAND-based SSDs, and advanced interconnect technologies such as CXL and PCIe.

Join our world-class engineering team and be part of shaping the future of memory and storage architecture.

Position Summary

The Controller oversees Netlist's accounting function and plays a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial information, maintaining internal controls, and works closely with the CFO on strategic decision‑making initiatives. The Controller will maintain a system of accounting policies and procedures and will implement a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for GAAP assurance for product costs, inventory, and warranty accounting including maintaining all associated reserves in full and strict compliance with GAAP and SOX 404 documentation.
• SOX Compliance and Reporting is a must.
• Responsible for driving and implementing process improvements within the cost, inventory, warranty and accounting areas, including audit compliance efficiency.
• Oversees the month‑end and year‑end financial close process and consolidation. Reviews financial results to identify trends and investigate variances.
• Prepares and reviews monthly financial statements.
• Reviews monthly analysis and schedules to reconcile accounts.
• Develops, directs, and administers financial operating policies and procedures.
• Performs budgeting and forecasting.
• Coordinates annual audit of financial statements and quarterly reviews by outside independent auditors.
• Assists CFO with ad hoc projects and special reporting/analysis when needed.
• Has excellent communication skills and demonstrates leadership in team building and motivation.
• Has proven ability to motivate people, instill accountability, and achieve results.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and business acumen.
• Manages Accounting department including A/P and A/R as well as staff accountants.
• Is proficient with integrated accounting software, report writers, and MS Office Suite.
• Has a strong knowledge of GAAP and FASB pronouncements.

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA preferred
• CPA required
• 10 + years experience of manufacturing accounting experience, including inventory control and managing the general ledger in a public company required
• Product business experience which includes inventory and AR oversight
• MAS 200/500 experience strongly preferred

Physical demands for an office position with heavy computer use; this is not a remote position.