Controller

About the Company:

National multi-billion dollar manufacturing company, locating in the Riverside/ San Bernardino areas. Company is seeking to hire an experienced Controller. This is a dynamic and challenging opportunity for a results-driven senior level financial professional looking to take on new challenges, grow their career, and make a significant impact on the company’s financial operations.

Job Description Overview:

The Controller will oversee key accounting functions for the company’s operations. This hands-on role is ideal for a proactive individual with a strong background in manufacturing, cost accounting, and financial management. The successful candidate will bring at least 8 plus years of accounting finance experience, with a deep understanding of inventory controls, costing, and ERP systems.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee inventory management processes and implement effective controls.
• Gather data on manufacturing processes and establish cost standards for a new ERP system.
• Ensure payroll records are accurate and reconciled in a timely manner.
• Reconcile direct material purchases to maintain financial accuracy.
• Lead the month-end closing process, including accruals and adjusting journal entries.
• Manage relationships with internal and external auditors, ensuring compliance with financial standards.
• Apply accounting principles to Revenue Recognition, Inventory, AP accruals, and Cost Accounting.
• Lead the physical inventory process and ensure accurate reporting.
• Manage and mentor a team of 4 to 10 accounting professionals, including accountants, senior accountants, and clerks.
• Work with multiple accounting systems and support ERP implementation.
• Drive improvements in inventory, purchasing, and accounting processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of eight (8) or more years finance accounting experience, must have a strong focus on manufacturing and cost accounting.
• CPA preferred but not a must; MBA's and Masters Degrees in Finance Accounting also preferred.
• Proven leadership experience managing and mentoring accounting teams.
• A self-starter with a proactive mindset who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with ERP system implementations in a manufacturing setting is a plus.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial management systems.
• Ability to drive change, foster accountability, and effectively communicate financial concepts to non-financial teams.

Advantages & Benefits:

• A challenging and rewarding role within a growing and dynamic organization.
• An opportunity to have a direct impact on key accounting processes and company success.
• Competitive compensation package, including a performance target bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including free health insurance, dental, vision, 401k, and vacation time.