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We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the Finance and Accounting functions at our organization in Irvine, California. In this role, you will oversee all financial operations, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and provide strategic insights to senior leadership. This position requires a hands-on leader who can manage day-to-day accounting tasks while driving long-term financial planning and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and manage all financial activities, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with organizational goals.<br>• Prepare and present monthly financial reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to senior leadership.<br>• Oversee the financial close process on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to ensure accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting operations.<br>• Drive the annual budgeting process and implement ongoing forecasting initiatives.<br>• Monitor company-wide and departmental performance against budgets, identifying and addressing variances.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including tax filings and audits.<br>• Collaborate with operations leadership to evaluate production costs, inventory levels, and profit margins.<br>• Mentor and manage the accounting team, fostering growth and skill development.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors and tax experts to maintain compliance and support financial reviews.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, accounting, or a related field.<br>• Strong expertise in document control, scanning, and compiling financial documents.<br>• Proven ability to lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.<br>• Solid understanding of accounting principles and regulatory compliance requirements.<br>• Experience managing and mentoring accounting teams to achieve operational excellence.<br>• Proficiency in financial modeling and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.<br>• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to senior leaders.<br>• Bachelor&#39;s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification is preferred.
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  • Irvine, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 130000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the Finance and Accounting functions at our organization in Irvine, California. In this role, you will oversee all financial operations, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and provide strategic insights to senior leadership. This position requires a hands-on leader who can manage day-to-day accounting tasks while driving long-term financial planning and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and manage all financial activities, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with organizational goals.<br>• Prepare and present monthly financial reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to senior leadership.<br>• Oversee the financial close process on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to ensure accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting operations.<br>• Drive the annual budgeting process and implement ongoing forecasting initiatives.<br>• Monitor company-wide and departmental performance against budgets, identifying and addressing variances.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, including tax filings and audits.<br>• Collaborate with operations leadership to evaluate production costs, inventory levels, and profit margins.<br>• Mentor and manage the accounting team, fostering growth and skill development.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors and tax experts to maintain compliance and support financial reviews.
  • 2026-04-03T00:00:00Z

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