Controller

Job Description

Job Description

CONTROLLER

Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a single integrated system, we unlock a new era of innovation where complex hardware is designed, built, and scaled without limits.

As Freeform's Controller, you will own and execute our accounting operations. You will perform a wide variety of duties including spend tracking/forecasting, invoice payment, payroll, month-end closing, and tax compliance. You will also work with the engineering team on purchasing activities including supplier interaction, managing PO's, and price negotiations. As Freeform scales, there will be tremendous opportunities to impact the operations, finance, and supply chain teams, so this role is perfect for a motivated professional looking join an exciting startup with a global vision.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the accounting function, building the team, systems, and processes needed to support growth and scalability
• Oversee the general ledger, month-end close, and GAAP-compliant financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timely close, and strong reconciliations
• Own all payment related activities such as vendor payments, leases, payroll, and more
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines
• Maintain tax documentation and ensure business taxes are properly categorized and filed
• Partner with engineering to ensure BOM accuracy and analyze manufacturing variances
• Analyze spend and recommend ideas to C-Suite to reduce costs related to categories such as capital equipment, industrial supplies, chemicals, raw material, as well as non-engineering categories
• Provide reporting for board meetings, investor relations, and venture capital raises
• Act as a force multiplier to executives as it relates to finance and accounting best practices; Strategize and execute ways to improve operational efficiency, reduce spend, and lower costs

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration
• Certified Professional Accountant (CPA)
• 5+ years of professional experience in accounting
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or supply chain environments
• Experience in inventory accounting, standard costing & cost accounting, WIP accounting, revenue recognition, and capex & fixed asset accounting

Nice to Have:

• Formal experience as a controller or senior accounting leadership role
• Big 4 accounting experience
• Advanced degree in business, finance, or accounting
• Experience working in a high-growth or tech startup environment
• Experience with audit-readiness
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with QuickBooks and other ERP systems
• "No job too big or small" mindset

Location:

• Based in Hawthorne, our vertically integrated facility brings technology development, R&D, and production together under one roof. We operate at the center of LA's deep tech ecosystem, surrounded by some of the most ambitious hardware innovation happening anywhere in the country.

• Our fast-paced, cross-functional environment is built on close collaboration, and as such, this role requires full-time onsite presence (five days a week), with very limited exceptions.

What We Offer:

• We have an inclusive and diverse culture that values collaboration, learning, and making deliberate data-driven decisions
• We offer a unique opportunity to be an early and integral member of a rapidly growing company that is scaling a world-changing technology
• Benefits
  • Significant stock option packages
  • 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (premium PPO and HMO options)
  • Life insurance
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k)
  • Relocation assistance provided
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
  • Generous Paid Parental Leave and extended transition back to work for the birthing parent
  • Free daily catered lunch and dinner, and fully stocked kitchenette
  • Casual dress, flexible work hours, and regular catered team building events
• Compensation
  • As a growing company, the salary range is intentionally wide as we determine the most appropriate package for each individual taking into consideration years of experience, educational background, and unique skills and abilities as demonstrated throughout the interview process. Our intent is to offer a salary that is commensurate for the company's current stage of development and allows the employee to grow and develop within a role.
  • In addition to the significant stock option package, the estimated salary range for this role is $150,000-$200,000 per year. The exact title and scope will be determined throughout and at the conclusion of the interview process, including review from the Board of Directors.
• Freeform is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity; employment with Freeform is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.