Controller and Finance Director, American Magic
American Magic, Pensacola, FL, United States
Location:
American Magic High-Performance Center in Pensacola, Florida
Reports to:
Chief Executive Officer, American Magic Services
Overview American Magic is a multi-platform high-performance organization with roots as the U.S. America’s Cup team and a future that spans advanced manufacturing, elite global sport, and a mission to promote the sport of sailing and sailing excellence. We are seeking an accounting and finance professional who can oversee accounting and finance operations across three distinct but interrelated platforms:
American Magic Services (AMS) – A manufacturer and designer of carbon fiber parts and products for the aerospace and marine markets;
ROCKWOOL Racing (Danish SailGP Team) – A recently acquired global professional sports team competing in the fast-growing SailGP league; and
American Magic 501(c)(3) – A nonprofit organization supporting high-performance sailing in the U.S.
The Controller and Finance Director will play the lead role in centralizing and establishing finance and accounting operations and support each platform in achieving its objectives.
Key Responsibilities Enterprise Financial Leadership
Centralize financial activities and establish strong financial processes and a control framework
Implement and manage financial systems
Build financial frameworks and reporting that actively manage cash and costs and allow leadership to make informed decisions, balancing the objectives across the platforms
Manage and optimize insurance coverage for American Magic
Work closely with external partners (auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel, banking relationships)
American Magic Services (Advanced Manufacturing & Design)
Lead accounting, reporting, and forecasting for a ~$10M revenue business with strong growth ambitions toward ~$20M+
Support scaling from ~40 employees to 100+ by implementing robust project accounting, labor efficiency, and margin management systems
Partner with the operating team
Enhance project profitability through project costing, costing management, bid pricing and contract structures
Assess capital expenditures, tooling investments, and facility utilization as part of its growth strategy
ROCKWOOL Racing (SailGP Team)
Lead and execute financial operations and reporting for a professional sports team in the fast-growing SailGP global racing league
Support the CEO and Chief Sales Officer with
Sponsor ROI modeling and reporting
Model financials tied to new sponsorships or cost cap changes
Support team to achieve profitability while climbing the league table
American Magic 501(c)(3)
Ensure strong governance, compliance, financial stewardship, and reporting of the nonprofit entity
Oversee budgeting, reporting, and donor-restricted fund management
Coordinate clean and appropriate financial boundaries between the nonprofit and for-profit entities
Support transparency and credibility with donors, partners, and board members
Experience & Background
CPA
8-10+ years’ experience in accounting and finance, including experience in a controller role
Strong preference for experience in manufacturing and project-based services
Demonstrated experience in process and systems implementation
Experience shepherding organizations through periods of growth and increasing complexity
Skills & Personal Attributes
Thrives in small team, start-up environments
Comfort and interest in balancing leading and doing
Energized by the American Magic’s mission; a strong sense of stewardship
Comfort operating across multiple business models simultaneously
Robust finance, forecasting, accounting, and reporting skills
Compensation package:
Market-based compensation commensurate with experience
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American Magic High-Performance Center in Pensacola, Florida
Reports to:
Chief Executive Officer, American Magic Services
Overview American Magic is a multi-platform high-performance organization with roots as the U.S. America’s Cup team and a future that spans advanced manufacturing, elite global sport, and a mission to promote the sport of sailing and sailing excellence. We are seeking an accounting and finance professional who can oversee accounting and finance operations across three distinct but interrelated platforms:
American Magic Services (AMS) – A manufacturer and designer of carbon fiber parts and products for the aerospace and marine markets;
ROCKWOOL Racing (Danish SailGP Team) – A recently acquired global professional sports team competing in the fast-growing SailGP league; and
American Magic 501(c)(3) – A nonprofit organization supporting high-performance sailing in the U.S.
The Controller and Finance Director will play the lead role in centralizing and establishing finance and accounting operations and support each platform in achieving its objectives.
Key Responsibilities Enterprise Financial Leadership
Centralize financial activities and establish strong financial processes and a control framework
Implement and manage financial systems
Build financial frameworks and reporting that actively manage cash and costs and allow leadership to make informed decisions, balancing the objectives across the platforms
Manage and optimize insurance coverage for American Magic
Work closely with external partners (auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel, banking relationships)
American Magic Services (Advanced Manufacturing & Design)
Lead accounting, reporting, and forecasting for a ~$10M revenue business with strong growth ambitions toward ~$20M+
Support scaling from ~40 employees to 100+ by implementing robust project accounting, labor efficiency, and margin management systems
Partner with the operating team
Enhance project profitability through project costing, costing management, bid pricing and contract structures
Assess capital expenditures, tooling investments, and facility utilization as part of its growth strategy
ROCKWOOL Racing (SailGP Team)
Lead and execute financial operations and reporting for a professional sports team in the fast-growing SailGP global racing league
Support the CEO and Chief Sales Officer with
Sponsor ROI modeling and reporting
Model financials tied to new sponsorships or cost cap changes
Support team to achieve profitability while climbing the league table
American Magic 501(c)(3)
Ensure strong governance, compliance, financial stewardship, and reporting of the nonprofit entity
Oversee budgeting, reporting, and donor-restricted fund management
Coordinate clean and appropriate financial boundaries between the nonprofit and for-profit entities
Support transparency and credibility with donors, partners, and board members
Experience & Background
CPA
8-10+ years’ experience in accounting and finance, including experience in a controller role
Strong preference for experience in manufacturing and project-based services
Demonstrated experience in process and systems implementation
Experience shepherding organizations through periods of growth and increasing complexity
Skills & Personal Attributes
Thrives in small team, start-up environments
Comfort and interest in balancing leading and doing
Energized by the American Magic’s mission; a strong sense of stewardship
Comfort operating across multiple business models simultaneously
Robust finance, forecasting, accounting, and reporting skills
Compensation package:
Market-based compensation commensurate with experience
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