Financial Controller

About UEP

In 2015, Upper Echelon Products© was established by two college best friends who, fueled by analytical feedback, introduced Repel®, fulfilling consumers' desires for an umbrella of exceptional quality. Today, UEP stands among the top 1% of US sellers on Amazon, boasting eight distinct product lines and over 120 offerings, with many more innovations in the pipeline, amassing over $100 million in revenue. As UEP expanded, it welcomed friends into its fold, evolving into a global collective of brilliant minds fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture that champions new ideas and diverse perspectives. Based in Austin, TX, Upper Echelon Products© (“UEP”) is a data-centric consumer products firm specializing in a diverse range of branded items distributed via eCommerce platforms. UEP exclusively manufactures and distributes Repel® and Rain-Mate® umbrellas, Everlasting Comfort® memory foam products, electronic gadgets, and bedding essentials, as well as Le Chateau® wine decanters, Café du Chateau® coffee makers, LumiLux Toilet Light®, Triton® dog leashes, and Flux Phenom® magnetic screen doors.

Position Summary

The Financial Controller is a key leadership role within UEP’s Finance team. This mid-to-senior level position oversees core accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. The Controller acts as a strategic partner to finance leadership and business units, ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information while driving process improvements and operational efficiency. This role reports to the Director of Finance.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare and analyze accurate financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, cash flow).
• Oversee general ledger, reconciliations, and account analyses.
• Manage fixed assets, accruals, and intercompany transactions.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Support the development and monitoring of annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Provide variance analysis and insightful commentary to leadership.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting (SOX or equivalent if applicable).
• Ensure compliance with GAAP/IFRS, tax regulations, and local statutory requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit processes.

Process Improvement & Systems

• Identify and implement opportunities to streamline financial processes and leverage technology/ERP systems.
• Support system implementations or upgrades as needed.

Strategic Support

• Provide financial analysis and decision support for business initiatives, cost optimization, and special projects.
• Partner with operational teams on financial matters.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred.

Experience

• 6–10+ years of progressive accounting experience in a corporate or industry environment.
• Prior experience in a Controller or Senior Accounting Manager role.
• Experience in the [industry/sector relevant to UEP — e.g., energy, manufacturing, services] is a plus.
• Proven track record managing a team and financial close processes.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail combined with big-picture thinking.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) andadvanced Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to explain complex financial concept to non-finance stakeholders.
• High integrity and sound business judgment.

EEO

Upper Echelon Products is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by applicable law.