Corporate Controller

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Base pay range

$215,000.00/yr - $235,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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Former Big 4 CPA | 20+ Years Executive Recruiting Experience | Personal Expertise: Office of the CFO

Company: $1B+ Light Manufacturing Company

Location: City of Industry (job is onsite daily)

Company Overview

The company is a national leader in high-volume, light manufacturing and distribution, serving a broad base of commercial customers across the United States. With a reputation for operational excellence, continuous improvement, and innovation, the company operates multiple manufacturing and distribution facilities and prides itself on delivering high-quality products with speed and precision.

Position Summary

The company is seeking an experienced and hands-on Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership experience, and a continuous improvement mindset to help scale the finance organization and support strategic growth initiatives. This is a critical leadership role within the finance team and a key business partner to the CFO and executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory accounting, cost accounting, and payroll
• Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
• Direct the monthly close process and drive continuous improvement to accelerate timelines and improve accuracy
• Oversee the development and maintenance of internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate governance standards
• Collaborate with operations and supply chain leadership to improve cost controls, margin visibility, and inventory management
• Manage annual financial audits and act as the primary liaison with external auditors
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team
• Partner with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis initiatives
• Participate in ERP optimization efforts and other technology or automation initiatives
• Support M&A integration and financial due diligence, as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including 3+ years in a Controller or Assistant Controller role
• Strong technical accounting background with in-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP
• Experience in a manufacturing and distribution environment (light or high-volume manufacturing preferred)
• Demonstrated success in managing inventory accounting and cost accounting functions
• Proven ability to lead and develop accounting teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to work onsite in City of Industry, CA

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Manufacturing and Accounting

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