Senior Controller

Finance Leadership Opportunity in Craft Beverage & HospitalityBarrel One Collective (B1C) is looking for an experienced and driven Senior Controller to join our growing finance leadership team. This is a high-impact role for a hands-on accounting and finance professional who thrives in fast-paced operational environments and wants to help shape the future of an evolving craft beverage, hospitality, and manufacturing organization. The Senior Controller will partner closely with executive leadership and operational teams across brewery, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, and distribution operations to ensure strong financial controls, accurate reporting, operational visibility, and long-term financial health.If you enjoy building systems, solving problems, improving processes, and helping leadership make informed business decisions - while working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment - we'd love to talk.About Barrel One CollectiveBarrel One Collective is a dynamic craft beverage and hospitality company rooted in New England beer culture and built around iconic brands, memorable experiences, and operational excellence. Our portfolio includes breweries, restaurants, taprooms, beer gardens, retail operations, and distribution partnerships across multiple states. We're passionate about creating great products, unforgettable hospitality experiences, and a workplace where people genuinely enjoy what they do.What You'll DoFinancial Leadership & ReportingPrepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statementsAnalyze financial performance, including budget-to-actual reporting and operational variance analysisSupport leadership decision-making through accurate financial insights and reportingAssist in long-range planning, forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow managementOversee company liquidity reporting and banking relationshipsOperational & Strategic PartnershipPartner with department leaders across hospitality, manufacturing, retail, and operationsHelp identify operational efficiencies, cost-saving opportunities, and process improvementsDevelop and monitor departmental budgets and financial performance metricsSupport strategic growth initiatives, capital projects, and operational planningAccounting & ComplianceEnsure compliance with GAAP and internal financial controlsManage relationships with external auditors, tax partners, banking institutions, and insurance providersOversee tax planning support, audit preparation, and employee benefit audit coordinationEnsure compliance with insurance coverage requirements including liability, workers compensation, and cyber security policiesReview contracts and agreements from a financial and risk-management perspectiveERP & Systems ManagementOversee and optimize ERP and financial reporting systemsSupport process automation, reporting improvements, and operational system integrationUtilize ERP/MRP systems to improve inventory, cost accounting, and financial visibilityExperience with Deacom ERP or similar manufacturing ERP systems strongly preferredTeam LeadershipSupervise and mentor accounting staffHelp build a collaborative, accountable, and solutions-oriented finance cultureImprove workflows, reporting timelines, and cross-functional communicationLead with professionalism, urgency, accuracy, and adaptabilityWhat We're Looking ForRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field5–7+ years of progressive accounting or finance leadership experienceStrong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controlsExperience managing audits, tax coordination, and external financial relationshipsAdvanced Excel and financial systems knowledgeExcellent communication, leadership, and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environmentPreferred ExperienceCPA or CPA-track strongly preferredManufacturing, beverage, brewery, hospitality, consumer products, or distribution experience highly preferredCost accounting and inventory accounting experience strongly preferredExperience with ERP/MRP systems such as Deacom, SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, or similar platformsExperience supporting multi-location operations preferredPassion for craft beer, hospitality, and entrepreneurial businesses is a plusThe Ideal CandidateYou are analytical, detail-oriented, and highly organized - but also practical, adaptable, and solutions-focused. You know how to balance accuracy with urgency and can comfortably move between strategic conversations and hands-on operational execution. You enjoy improving systems, building processes, and helping teams succeed through strong financial leadership. You're confident working independently, but collaborative enough to thrive in a highly cross-functional environment where no two days look exactly the same.Why Join Barrel One Collective?Competitive salary: $90,000–$120,000Opportunity to help shape a growing and evolving organizationHighly visible leadership role with direct operational impactCollaborative, entrepreneurial cultureExposure across hospitality, manufacturing, retail, and beverage operationsWork alongside passionate people who care deeply about quality, culture, and innovationBarrel One Collective is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.