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14 results for Assistant Controller in Costa Mesa, CA

Assistant Controller

Temecula, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to support a broad range of accounting and financial activities for our organization in Temecula, California. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate records, producing timely financial information, and supporting compliance across payroll, tax, reporting, and operational finance functions. The role is designed for a detail-oriented individual who can build deep knowledge across the accounting department and grow into increased leadership responsibility over time. Responsibilities: • Oversee general ledger activity and help produce complete monthly financial statements with accuracy and timeliness. • Coordinate year-end schedules, supporting documentation, and audit materials for external tax preparation and financial statement review. • Monitor estimated tax obligations, submit required payments, and maintain supporting records for corporate tax compliance. • Administer fixed asset and depreciation records, including preparation of required property tax filings. • Record daily cash activity and perform reconciliations for bank and investment accounts to ensure balances are accurate. • Provide backup support for payroll and related HR administration, including payroll processing, leave tracking, benefit premium payments, and response to employment-related notices or claims. • Develop working oversight of accounts receivable and accounts payable processes, with the expectation of guiding these functions as needed. • Prepare recurring sales tax, regulatory, census, and business registration filings while supporting insurance or government audits and annual information reporting such as W-9 and 1099 administration.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
175000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Assistant ControllerHybrid | Confidential Search Robert Half is conducting a confidential search for an experienced Assistant Controller on behalf of a well-established organization. This is a highly visible role for a hands-on accounting leader with deep expertise in general ledger management, month-end close, financial statement preparation, cost accounting, inventory accounting oversight, and accounting process improvement. The ideal candidate will come from a privately held or private equity-owned manufacturing or distribution company with $150 - 900mm in revenue and bring a strong mix of technical accounting knowledge, operational accounting experience, and a continuous improvement mindset. This individual will play an important role in helping the accounting function scale, improve reporting accuracy, and enhance efficiency through better processes and automation. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee general ledger activity, including journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, and maintenance of accounting records. </li><li>Prepare and review monthly financial statements and related supporting schedules. </li><li>Provide oversight of cost accounting and inventory accounting processes, including inventory reconciliations, valuation, reserves, and reporting support. </li><li>Identify and drive process improvement initiatives across the accounting function to increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce manual work. </li><li>Partner with leadership to help evaluate and implement automation opportunities within close, reporting, reconciliations, and other core accounting workflows. </li><li>Assist in developing and refining accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to support a growing organization. </li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and finance leadership to improve financial visibility and support business decision-making. </li><li>Support external audits, tax requests, and ad hoc analyses as needed. </li></ul>
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Torrance, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join a manufacturing organization in Torrance, California. This role will play a key part in financial planning, cost analysis, and performance reporting while partnering closely with operational and executive leaders. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting expertise, hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting, and the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insight. Responsibilities: • Analyze budgets, forecasts, financial statements, and performance trends to deliver accurate and timely insight for business decisions. • Collaborate with department leaders to build annual operating plans and maintain forward-looking financial projections. • Facilitate monthly reviews of financial results, identify variances, and drive updated forecasting based on current business conditions. • Create financial models, key performance indicators, and analytical tools that support strategic and operational planning. • Work closely with senior leadership, including the General Manager and Controller, to support long-range planning and business priorities. • Contribute financial guidance to program bidding activities to help achieve profitability targets and expected returns. • Review capital investment proposals and assess financial viability, expected benefits, and overall business impact. • Support accurate financial reporting and partner with divisional finance leadership to evaluate operating performance. • Lead or assist with internal and external audit efforts, ensuring readiness, compliance, and thorough documentation. • Advise operational teams on cost, margin, and profitability opportunities to improve financial and business performance.
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to oversee day-to-day accounting operations for a multi-entity business in Irvine, California. This position serves as a key financial resource to ownership, managing core accounting activities while helping maintain accurate records and dependable reporting. The role is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who is comfortable working independently and collaborating with external partners when needed. Responsibilities: • Lead the monthly close process and prepare timely, accurate financial records for review. • Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and complete bookkeeping activities across the full accounting cycle. • Maintain the general ledger and ensure transactions are recorded correctly for multiple related entities. • Process biweekly payroll accurately and in compliance with internal requirements and applicable regulations. • Support accounting work connected to land acquisition and entitlement activities, including tracking project-related financial information. • Work directly with ownership to provide financial insight, answer questions, and support business decision-making. • Coordinate with outside stakeholders such as accountants, auditors, or other financial partners as needed. • Assist with financial reporting and help organize documentation required for audits or compliance reviews.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

West Los Angeles, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
160000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Assistant ControllerLocation: Los Angeles, CAJob Type: Full-Time, Direct HireIndustry: Real Estate A well-established real estate organization is seeking an Assistant Controller due to growth to support and help lead its accounting operations. This position will play a key role in overseeing property accounting activities, supporting the close process, supervising staff, and assisting with financial reporting, audit coordination, and process improvement initiatives.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting leader with a background in real estate or property accounting who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Supervise and support members of the accounting team, including accounting managers and senior accountants responsible for the close process across a large multifamily property portfolio</li><li>Assist in overseeing property accounting functions, including financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting</li><li>Prepare and review quarterly consolidated financial statements</li><li>Support the annual audit and tax process by coordinating with external auditors and tax advisors, preparing and reviewing workpapers, submitting documentation, and managing timelines across teams</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including review of journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Partner with senior accounting leadership on special projects, workflow delegation, and process improvement initiatives</li><li>Interact with and oversee select tasks performed by the accounts payable team</li><li>Provide staff training, mentorship, and workload management</li><li>Monitor industry trends and best practices in property accounting to support continuous improvement</li><li>Handle ad hoc reporting and special projects as needed</li><li>Perform additional related duties as assigned</li></ul>
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Controller

Santa Ana, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
175000 - 225000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations for a wholesale distribution organization in Santa Ana, California. This position will oversee reporting, planning, and compliance activities while providing leadership with clear financial insight to support business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, operational awareness, and the ability to strengthen processes across a growing environment. Responsibilities: • Direct the company’s accounting and financial reporting activities, ensuring dependable results across all core finance functions. • Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, maintaining accuracy and meeting reporting deadlines. • Manage budgeting, forecasting, liquidity planning, and broader financial analysis to support short- and long-term objectives. • Establish and refine internal controls, accounting standards, and compliance practices to protect the business and support audit readiness. • Produce and interpret financial statements, performance metrics, and operational reports for executive review and decision-making. • Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic initiatives, margin improvement efforts, and profitability evaluations. • Oversee general ledger activity as well as payroll, fixed asset, and inventory accounting processes. • Monitor inventory aging, identify slow-moving stock, and track key measures such as Days Inventory Outstanding. • Provide branch and operations leaders with financial guidance related to purchasing activity, inventory performance, and business unit results. • Coordinate with outside auditors, tax advisors, banking partners, and insurance contacts while driving team development and process improvement within accounting systems.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

Controller

Temecula, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Our client is seeking an experienced and highly capable Controller to oversee accounting operations across several California entities and one outside-state entity. This is a critical leadership role for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment and can effectively manage the complexities of a multi-entity structure. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to make efficient, well-informed decisions on a daily basis. This individual must be able to step back, assess situations, evaluate options, make decisions confidently, and move forward effectively. Key ResponsibilitiesOversee full-cycle accounting and financial operations for multiple entitiesEnsure compliance with all applicable accounting standards, internal controls, regulations, and reporting requirementsManage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes with accuracy and timelinessReview and maintain strong internal controls, with a high emphasis on compliance and double-checking workSupport financial reporting, account reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow managementNavigate and manage the demands of a high-volume, fast-paced workflowWork effectively across different personalities, entity cultures, regulations, and operational processesIdentify issues, evaluate solutions, and make sound decisions that support business continuity and accuracyPartner closely with leadership to provide financial insight and operational supportHelp stabilize and strengthen the accounting function in a role where precision, follow-through, and adaptability are essential QualificationsProven experience as a Controller or in a senior-level accounting leadership roleStrong experience overseeing multi-entity accounting operationsDemonstrated success in a fast-paced environment with heavy workflow demandsStrong knowledge of compliance, internal controls, and financial oversightAbility to work effectively in an environment that requires careful review, urgency, and high attention to detailConfident decision-maker with the ability to assess situations and move work forward efficientlyStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate multiple personalities and working stylesBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA preferred What the Client is Looking ForThis opportunity is best suited for a proven accounting leader who can step into a demanding environment and quickly add value. The client needs someone who can truly keep pace with the workload and complexity of a multi-entity operation. Success in this role will require resilience, sound judgment, adaptability, and a hands-on approach.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Controller

Moreno Valley, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
145000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for our Moreno Valley, California location. This onsite position is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who brings strong manufacturing accounting expertise and can translate financial data into practical guidance for operational leaders. The role will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide insight into production costs, build economics, and overall business performance. Responsibilities: • Direct day-to-day accounting activities for the Moreno Valley, California operation, ensuring complete and accurate financial oversight across the full accounting cycle. • Lead monthly close activities, including preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger accuracy. • Produce timely financial reports and maintain high standards for compliance, consistency, and reporting integrity. • Collaborate with site leadership to evaluate manufacturing and construction-related costs, including build expenses and the financial effects of changing material and operating costs. • Provide financial analysis and internal controls that support informed operational planning and business decision-making. • Partner with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and HR support teams to keep financial processes efficient and well coordinated. • Improve accounting workflows and reinforce internal control practices to support a growing business environment. • Assist with finance-related system and process initiatives, including activities connected to the move from legacy platforms to Epicor. • Communicate effectively with local management, broader finance leadership, and corporate stakeholders in a multi-location structure.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z

Controller

Orange, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
160000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting and financial operations in Orange, California. This role will guide financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and internal controls while helping leadership make informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a disciplined approach to accuracy, and the ability to strengthen processes across the finance function. Responsibilities: • Lead the preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to ensure accuracy and alignment with generally accepted accounting principles. • Direct the budgeting and forecasting cycle, monitoring performance against financial plans and providing insights on variances and trends. • Establish, maintain, and improve internal control procedures that protect assets and support reliable financial reporting. • Oversee tax filings and broader regulatory compliance activities to ensure adherence to applicable financial and reporting requirements. • Manage the day-to-day work of the accounting team, including hiring, coaching, performance oversight, and ongoing development. • Partner with external auditors by organizing required documentation, coordinating audit activities, and addressing follow-up items promptly. • Evaluate accounting workflows and introduce process enhancements, tools, or procedural updates that improve efficiency and accuracy. • Maintain organized financial documentation and support effective record management practices across accounting operations.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Controller

Los Angeles, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and strengthen accounting oversight for a growing wholesale apparel distribution business in Commerce, California. This role will guide core accounting activities, deliver timely financial reporting, and support leadership with meaningful analysis that informs planning and performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain compliance while improving visibility into financial results. Responsibilities: • Lead the day-to-day accounting function across payables, receivables, payroll, and the general ledger to ensure accurate and timely processing. • Direct month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and review of supporting documentation. • Produce financial statements, management reports, budgets, and forecasts that provide clear insight into business performance. • Monitor adherence to accounting standards, lender requirements, tax obligations, and internal financial controls. • Partner with executive leadership to interpret financial results, identify trends, and support strategic decision-making. • Coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals to facilitate annual audits, statutory reporting, and tax filings. • Oversee cash management activities, including bank reconciliations and support for factoring-related reporting and analysis. • Use accounting and reporting tools to improve accuracy, streamline reporting processes, and enhance financial analysis capabilities.
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Controller

Colton, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
Our client is looking for a Controller to lead financial operations and provide strong fiscal guidance for our team in Riverside, California. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate reporting, strengthening internal controls, and supporting sound business decisions across the organization. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to accounting, a solid background in manufacturing finance, and the ability to manage deadlines while partnering with operational leadership. Responsibilities:• Partner with senior leadership to support the company’s financial direction and contribute insight that improves overall business performance.• Establish, monitor, and refine internal control practices to protect company assets, support compliance obligations, and ensure reliable financial reporting.• Deliver accurate financial reports to divisional and corporate leadership, including monthly results, forecasts, year-end materials, and other required analyses within established timelines.• Oversee monthly and annual close activities, preparing financial statements and all related schedules needed for complete and timely reporting.• Manage accounts receivable activities by supervising billing, applying incoming payments, and following up on outstanding balances.• Handle daily treasury-related tasks such as preparing bank deposits and reconciling accounts payable check activity.• Ensure payroll is processed correctly each week and that related tax, sales tax, and remittance obligations are submitted on time.• Coordinate internal and external audit activities and assist with physical inventory count planning and execution.• Lead cost accounting efforts to support accurate job costing, improve reporting visibility, and help the business evaluate overhead, indirect costs, and profitability.• Build working knowledge of the company’s proprietary ERP platform and maintain a strong understanding of day-to-day operational processes across the organization.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Controller

Mira Loma, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on Controller to join our team in California. This position is well suited for a finance specialist who wants to contribute beyond core accounting by supporting leadership with financial insight, planning, and operational decision-making. The role offers meaningful involvement across reporting, forecasting, performance analysis, and global business activity, with the opportunity to influence processes and help guide continued growth. Please call Brigitte Mendez @ 909-717-4037 if interested or call your Robert Half Recruiter directly. Responsibilities:• Lead the company’s accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger, month-end close activities, and the preparation of accurate financial reports.• Produce timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring reporting is complete, well supported, and aligned with audit requirements.• Direct budgeting and forecasting efforts by partnering with leadership to develop financial plans, evaluate results, and refine projections.• Perform detailed financial and operational analysis to identify trends, explain variances, and support informed business decisions.• Manage the annual audit process and coordinate the preparation of schedules, documentation, and responses required by external auditors.• Oversee inventory-related financial controls and support annual inventory review activities to maintain accuracy and accountability.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on procurement planning, operational performance reviews, and process improvement initiatives that strengthen financial visibility.• Support system and process enhancements, including effective use of major ERP platforms, to improve reporting efficiency and internal control.• Provide ad hoc analysis and business insights to executive leadership on key financial, operational, and strategic priorities.
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

Controller (Construction)

Gardena, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of a construction-focused business in Gardena, California. This role is responsible for overseeing core financial reporting, strengthening operational controls, and providing insight that supports project performance and company growth. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, deep knowledge of construction accounting, and the ability to guide the full back-office finance function with accuracy and accountability. Responsibilities: • Direct the day-to-day accounting function, ensuring financial activities are completed accurately, on time, and in alignment with business objectives. • Oversee construction-specific accounting processes, including job cost tracking, work-in-progress reporting, and recognition of project-related revenue. • Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements, providing clear analysis of performance, trends, and areas requiring attention. • Lead budgeting and forecasting activities to support planning, cash management, and strategic decision-making across construction projects. • Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations and review of bank reconciliations. • Coordinate audit preparation and support external reporting requirements while maintaining strong internal financial controls. • Supervise tax-related financial activities, including the preparation and review of corporate tax return information. • Administer insurance compliance and maintain effective relationships with banking partners and other external financial stakeholders. • Identify financial risks, respond to operational business needs, and recommend opportunities to improve profitability and project results.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Project Controller

Anaheim, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Project Controller to provide financial oversight and cost governance for projects in Anaheim, California. This position partners closely with operational leaders to monitor budgets, protect profitability, and identify risks before they affect project performance. The ideal candidate will bring a disciplined approach to cost control, strong analytical judgment, and the ability to influence decision-making across multiple project teams. Responsibilities: • Guide projects through the full budget process, from approved scope and initial planning through closeout, while monitoring variances and resolving financial deviations. • Create and maintain companywide cost control practices, including tolerance limits and escalation protocols that help identify margin risk early. • Analyze declining margins, unexpected cost increases, and unauthorized scope growth, then work with operations leaders to implement practical corrective measures. • Lead or support financial project reviews with senior regional leadership, project directors, and project managers to reinforce accountability for budget performance. • Define and uphold job costing policies related to labor loading, equipment usage, subcontractor pricing, and indirect cost allocation across branches. • Manage change order controls to ensure additional work is accurately priced, formally approved, and financially recovered before execution begins. • Prepare clear financial summaries and supporting documentation that enable project stakeholders to make informed operational and commercial decisions.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z