Controller

Manufacturer in Santa Clarita looking for a CPA with experience in leading teams in a multiple entity environment; excellent opportunity, culture, and compensation await!

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Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us:

This privately held manufacturing company has been a trusted supplier to the automotive, aerospace, and energy sectors for over 25 years. Known for its high-quality products and operational excellence, the company fosters a collaborative culture, embraces modern systems, and is positioned for continued growth.

If you're a CPA with 7+ years of accounting leadership experience in a multi-entity manufacturing environment, please apply!

Why join us?

Join a growing manufacturing company where your impact is visible, your voice is heard, and your work directly supports strategic decisions. You'll lead a strong team, work closely with leadership, and help drive innovation through automation and process improvements—all in a stable, collaborative environment.

Job Details

A growing manufacturing company in Santa Clarita is seeking a skilled Controller to lead its accounting and financial operations. Reporting to the CFO, this role manages financial reporting, planning, compliance, and process improvement. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, deep GAAP knowledge, and experience in cost accounting and ERP systems.

Key Responsibilities
Accounting & Financial Management
Oversee general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and cost accounting functions
Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
Prepare and review financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
Monitor project costing, standard costs, and inventory valuation
Ensure timely filing of tax forms including sales/use tax, W-2s, and 1099s
Supervise bank reconciliations and fixed asset tracking
Lead and mentor accounting team, ensuring policy compliance

Financial Planning & Analysis
Develop forecasts, budgets, and long-range financial plans
Analyze performance trends and variances; deliver actionable insights
Assist CFO with board reporting, dashboards, and capital analysis
Create executive presentations and monthly financial reviews
Identify cost savings and process automation opportunities

Audit & Compliance
Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and internal controls
Manage annual audit process and work with external auditors
Maintain and update financial policies and procedures
Interpret and apply accounting standards (ASC 606, FASB, etc.)

Qualifications
Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance required; CPA preferred
7+ years of experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of GAAP, FP&A, budgeting, and consolidated reporting
Hands-on cost accounting and inventory management experience
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and/or OneStream preferred
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
Proven team leadership and cross-functional communication skills

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