Financial Controller/Director of Finance

Financial Controller/Director of Finance Early Charm, LLC Baltimore, MD Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $110,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Financial close processing Teamwork Internal controls CPA Spreadsheets NetSuite Bachelor's degree Attention to detail GAAP Accounting Accounting and finance experience Closing the books Business Administration Cross-functional collaboration Accounting Banking Cross-functional communication Full Job Description What we do: Early Charm converts science into revenue using a unique business model that avoids the 'Valley of Death' and the need for venture capital. First, we license undervalued intellectual property from the pool of thousands of inventions that sit on large institutions' shelves because it does not fit the venture capital investment model. Second, we create, own, and operate a separate venture for every license we undertake for the same fundamental reasons that a real estate developer creates an LLC for each property they own. It provides liability protection, and enables ownership and financing tied to specific intellectual property. Third, we only start new ventures that have strong synergy with our existing ventures. This lowers our startup costs both in understanding the technology and in knowing the markets. Fourth, our subsidiary ventures have zero employees. Everyone works for Early Charm so we maximize expertise, optimize cost and are never in a position to lose people on the ups and downs of a given venture. Fifth, we leverage the federal government's SBIR and related programs, state governments' translational research funding, and other mission driven funders to efficiently finance our commercialization efforts. Thus, we don't focus on getting to market fast, but rather on being highly capital efficient enabling us to be profitable in smaller (unattractive to venture capital) markets.

Why we do it:

We believe that unleashing the power of science to improve the human condition should not be limited strictly to the economics of venture capital and large institutions. We are demonstrating to the world not only that our business model works well at scale, but that it often provides superior solutions in a more capital efficient manner.

What you will do:

Early Charm is seeking a Financial Controller / Director of Finance to serve as the company's primary finance professional, overseeing the financial operations of a diverse portfolio of 30+ subsidiary companies. As the sole finance leader, you will own the full spectrum of accounting and finance activities—from day-to-day transaction processing, reconciliations, and month-end close to financial reporting, treasury management, compliance, and strategic financial planning. This is a highly hands-on role for someone who enjoys being in the details while also partnering with leadership on key business decisions. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will build and maintain the financial infrastructure that supports Early Charm and its portfolio companies, ensuring accurate reporting, strong controls, regulatory compliance, and scalable processes to support growth. The ideal candidate is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, managing competing priorities across multiple entities, and operating effectively in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment where resourcefulness and execution are critical.

Key Responsibilities Include:

A. Financial Management & Accounting

• Lead accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close activities.
• Maintain financial controls, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate annual tax filings and external accounting support. B. Multi-Entity & Intercompany Accounting
• Manage accounting for 30+ legal entities.
• Oversee intercompany billing, allocations, and consolidated reporting.
• Administer shared expense allocations across portfolio companies. C. Treasury & Cash Management
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury operations.
• Oversee multiple bank accounts and entity-level transactions.
• Support cash forecasting and liquidity planning. D. Government Contracting & Grant Administration
• Manage financial compliance for government contracts, grants, and

SBIR/STTR

awards.

• Oversee grant reporting, invoicing, budgeting, and cost allocations.
• Ensure compliance with federal financial and reporting requirements. E. Payroll & Financial Operations
• Oversee payroll, accounts payable, and core financial operations.
• Monitor labor allocations, vendor payments, and financial transactions. F. Corporate Administration & Compliance
• Support entity management, registrations, and corporate compliance activities.
• Maintain regulatory, banking, and financial records across portfolio companies. G. Financial Planning & Analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support business decisions. What you need to be successful:
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of progressively responsible accounting, finance, or financial management experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting controls.
• Experience managing full-cycle accounting functions and month-end close processes.
• Experience with multi-entity accounting structures and intercompany transactions.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented approach with a willingness to operate at both strategic and tactical levels.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with government contracting, federal grants, or

SBIR/STTR

programs.

• Experience with indirect rate calculations, cost accounting standards, and cost allocation methodologies.
• Experience managing accounting and financial operations for multiple legal entities simultaneously.
• Experience in a holding company, venture studio, startup portfolio, family office, or similarly complex organizational structure.
• CPA designation or progress toward certification.
• Experience with NetSuite or other ERP systems.
• Experience overseeing treasury management across multiple bank accounts and entities.

Location:

This is a full time in office role at our headquarters at 1300 Bayard Baltimore, MD 21230 What we will do for you: Career development is our top priority. While we love the idea of people joining Early Charm forever, we are realistic to understand that we may be a steppingstone to other opportunities or a way for you to explore career options. Regardless of your reasons for joining us, our commitment is to help you while you are helping us.

Where you will work:

We are at the center of Baltimore's entrepreneurial renaissance, giving you the opportunity to interact with some of the nation's most exciting technology companies. You'll work at our headquarters at 1300 Bayard St., Baltimore, MD 21230 in Pigtown, where our labs, production space, and offices are intermingled with firms doing engineering design, software development, specialty textiles, robotics, and more. Our Culture is

Our Business:

Creativity is at the core of Early Charm. We believe innovation comes from bringing together people with different backgrounds, experiences, skills, and perspectives. By encouraging curiosity, open dialogue, and independent thinking, we create an environment where new ideas can emerge and thrive. Action and collaboration drive our success. We treat one another with respect, provide opportunities for growth and development, and recognize contributions based on performance and impact. We encourage teamwork by valuing constructive debate, listening to different viewpoints, and supporting one another in achieving shared goals. This commitment to mutual respect, personal accountability, and collaboration is fundamental to how we work and succeed together.

Salary:

$85,000-$110,000 + benefits, commensurate with experience.

Benefits:

• Name your own holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Medical, Life, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with matching How to

Join Us:

Please send your resume and cover letter to Kelsey Abernathy at .

Pay:

$85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Accounting:

2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

CPA (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Baltimore, MD 21230 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Baltimore, MD 21230: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person