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13 results for Assistant Controller in Fallbrook, CA

Assistant Controller

Temecula, CA
onsite
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
onsite
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

Irvine, CA
onsite
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

El Cajon, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support the financial operations of a healthcare organization. This role is ideal for an experienced accounting specialist who can oversee core close activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and contribute practical financial guidance to leadership. The position also offers the opportunity to guide accounting staff and help maintain a strong control environment across day-to-day operations. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle to ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting activities. • Prepare and evaluate financial statements, journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting account analysis for reporting integrity. • Assist with external and internal audit activities, budgeting efforts, routine financial reporting, and oversight of cash-related processes. • Provide day-to-day leadership to accounting team members, including coaching, workload coordination, and career development support. • Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows and reinforce internal controls to improve efficiency and compliance. • Collaborate with organizational leadership to deliver financial analysis, highlight trends, and support informed decision-making. • Act as a key resource for departmental operations and provide coverage for the Controller when necessary.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Controller

Santa Ana, CA
onsite
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
onsite
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
onsite
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
onsite
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

Escondido, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Controller to lead the accounting and financial oversight of our manufacturing operation in Escondido, California. This position will guide core financial reporting, cost accounting, inventory control, and planning activities while partnering closely with plant leadership and corporate finance. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, hands-on accounting expertise, and the ability to improve financial visibility and operational performance in a production environment. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounting operations for the plant, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and financial records remain complete and reliable. • Lead the monthly close cycle by preparing and reviewing journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, cost adjustments, and supporting analyses for timely reporting. • Produce monthly financial statements and management reports, delivering clear insights to plant leadership and corporate finance teams. • Oversee manufacturing cost accounting by evaluating material, labor, overhead, and production variances to identify trends and improvement opportunities. • Partner with operations leaders to assess scrap, yield, usage, labor efficiency, and volume performance in support of cost control and stronger plant performance. • Maintain effective controls over raw materials, work-in-process, packaging, and finished goods inventory, including physical counts, reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution. • Support budgeting and forecasting activities by preparing expense and capital plans, comparing results to expectations, and explaining key performance gaps. • Administer plant accounting processes within QuickBooks Enterprise, generate required financial reports, and help document and reconcile data for corporate reporting and system-related needs. • Strengthen accounting procedures, documentation standards, and internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and dependable audit support.
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Controller

Colton, CA
onsite
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
onsite
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

Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
59.375 - 68.75 USD / Hourly
Our client, a private equity firm based in San Diego, is seeking an experienced Interim Controller Consultant to support oversight of approximately 18 portfolio companies. This highly visible role will partner closely with the PE operating team and portfolio company leadership to review financial performance, evaluate liquidity needs, improve reporting processes, and provide guidance on complex accounting matters. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with advanced financial analysis and cash flow forecasting capabilities. Experience with close management and account reconciliation platforms such as BlackLine, FloQast, or similar solutions is required. Exposure to Numeric and accounting process optimization initiatives is highly preferred. Responsibilities Review and analyze monthly financial statement packages for approximately 18 portfolio companies. Evaluate financial performance, trends, key metrics, and areas of operational risk. Participate in weekly cash flow reviews with C-suite and portfolio company leadership teams. Develop, maintain, and analyze rolling 12-week cash flow forecasts. Assess liquidity requirements and support recommendations regarding cash infusions and capital allocation decisions. Serve as a trusted advisor on complex accounting transactions and technical accounting matters. Review month-end close processes and identify opportunities for increased efficiency and reporting accuracy. Support implementation, optimization, and adoption of Numeric across portfolio companies. Drive process improvements related to financial reporting, close management, account reconciliations, and internal controls. Create ad hoc financial analyses and presentations for executives and PE stakeholders. Partner with finance leaders across multiple entities to establish best practices and reporting consistency. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred. 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including Controller or Assistant Controller leadership. Prior experience supporting private equity-backed organizations preferred. Strong understanding of financial statement analysis, cash flow management, and technical accounting. Experience reviewing multi-entity or multi-company financial results. Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas, modeling, pivot tables, and financial analysis. Hands-on experience with BlackLine, FloQast, Numeric, or similar close management platforms. Ability to communicate effectively with CFOs, Controllers, CEOs, and PE operating partners. Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced, remote consulting environment.
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Project Controller

Anaheim, CA
onsite
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