Controller
Hanover Co-op Food Stores, Hartford, VT, United States
Website: https://coopfoodstore.com
Location: White River Junction, Vermont
Position: Controller
Position Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Salary Range: $110,000-$120,000
About Our Company
Founded as small buying club in 1936, we are one of the oldest food co‑ops in the United States. Today we have 33,000+ members, 400+ local vendors, 3 food stores, 2 auto service centers, nearly $100m in yearly sales.
We are a cooperative; cooperation is at the heart of everything we do. At our Co‑op, we believe cooperation means creating space for everyone. We strive to bring individuals together from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life experiences to achieve shared goals. We practice kindness and foster a workplace where respect, acceptance, equity, honesty, and belonging are more than values, they are lived every day.
About the Role
Co‑op Food Stores is seeking an experienced and collaborative Controller to lead our day‑to‑day accounting operations. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role ensures accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, maintains strong internal controls, and manages a team of three accounting professionals.
Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Partner with teams across the organization
Coach and develop accounting staff, supporting growth and advancement
Oversee month‑end and year‑end close
Ensure timely AP, AR, payroll, debt payments, and reconciliations
Maintain chart of accounts, inventory costing, and financial records
Reporting & Analysis
Prepare accurate monthly financial statements for leadership and the Board
Support budgeting, variance analysis, and financial decision‑making
Assist with annual reporting and key financial metrics
Compliance
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting and tax requirements
Desired Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or equivalent experience
6+ years of progressive accounting experience (retail or multi‑location a plus)
3+ years managing an accounting team
Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (Acumatica preferred)
Organized, detail‑oriented and collaborative
Health, dental vision, life and short‑term disability
4 weeks vacation, 10 sick days and 6 paid holidays
401(k) savings program with automatic company contribution
20% discount off groceries and car repairs
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Location: White River Junction, Vermont
Position: Controller
Position Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Salary Range: $110,000-$120,000
About Our Company
Founded as small buying club in 1936, we are one of the oldest food co‑ops in the United States. Today we have 33,000+ members, 400+ local vendors, 3 food stores, 2 auto service centers, nearly $100m in yearly sales.
We are a cooperative; cooperation is at the heart of everything we do. At our Co‑op, we believe cooperation means creating space for everyone. We strive to bring individuals together from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life experiences to achieve shared goals. We practice kindness and foster a workplace where respect, acceptance, equity, honesty, and belonging are more than values, they are lived every day.
About the Role
Co‑op Food Stores is seeking an experienced and collaborative Controller to lead our day‑to‑day accounting operations. Reporting to the Director of Finance, this role ensures accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP, maintains strong internal controls, and manages a team of three accounting professionals.
Duties and Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
Partner with teams across the organization
Coach and develop accounting staff, supporting growth and advancement
Oversee month‑end and year‑end close
Ensure timely AP, AR, payroll, debt payments, and reconciliations
Maintain chart of accounts, inventory costing, and financial records
Reporting & Analysis
Prepare accurate monthly financial statements for leadership and the Board
Support budgeting, variance analysis, and financial decision‑making
Assist with annual reporting and key financial metrics
Compliance
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal reporting and tax requirements
Desired Skills, Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or equivalent experience
6+ years of progressive accounting experience (retail or multi‑location a plus)
3+ years managing an accounting team
Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (Acumatica preferred)
Organized, detail‑oriented and collaborative
Health, dental vision, life and short‑term disability
4 weeks vacation, 10 sick days and 6 paid holidays
401(k) savings program with automatic company contribution
20% discount off groceries and car repairs
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