<p>Robert Half is recruiting for a strong Controller Consultant for our Joint Powers Authority client. The Consultant will implement and strengthen internal controls, improve procure to pay processes, implement cost allocation methodologies, and enhance budget accountability. This consultant will partner operational leaders to remediate control deficiencies, improve compliance, and establish sustainable financial processes. This role will be located onsite in Downey, CA. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Assess and remediate identified control deficiencies.</p><p>Design and implement internal controls, approval workflows, and segregation of duties.</p><p>Develop policies, procedures, and process documentation.</p><p>Implement cost allocation methodologies and cost center accounting structures.</p><p>Improve budget tracking and enforce accountability for departmental spending.</p><p>Partner with managers to ensure expenditures align with approved budgets and funding sources.</p><p>Ensure compliance with GASB standards and governmental accounting requirements.</p><p>Support audit readiness and implementation of audit recommendations.</p><p>Train staff and management on new controls, approvals, and financial procedures.</p><p>GASB, government prior experience - must have </p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.</p><p>CPA preferred.</p><p>7+ years of accounting or finance experience.</p><p>Required experience with municipal, county, JPA, special district, or other governmental entities.</p><p>Strong knowledge of GASB and governmental fund accounting.</p><p>Experience implementing internal controls and correcting audit findings.</p><p>Experience with procure to pay process improvements, cost allocations, and budget management.</p><p>Strong stakeholder management, communication, and process improvement skills.</p><p>Remediation of accounting and procurement control deficiencies.</p><p>Documented internal control framework and procedures.</p><p>Implemented approval and authorization workflows.</p><p>Cost allocation and cost center reporting structure.</p><p>Improved manager accountability for budget compliance.</p><p>Enhanced audit readiness and financial governance.</p>
<p>Robert Half is recruiting for an interim Controller for our home builder and real estate development client in the Inland Empire. The Controller will oversee financial reporting, month end close, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, audit support, and accounting operations while partnering closely with executive leadership. This role will be onsite in Ontario, CA. </p><p><br></p><p>Must Have Qualifications: </p><p>Real estate, multifamily development, and/or property management experience required.</p><p>JD Edwards (JDE) ERP experience is required.</p><p>Proven ability to communicate effectively with C Suite executives and operational leaders.</p><p>High integrity, accountability, and dedication.</p><p>Ability to quickly step into the role with minimal training.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Manage all general ledger activities, including inventories, fixed assets, and payroll.</p><p>Lead month end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.</p><p>Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, costing, and financial reporting.</p><p>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.</p><p>Ensure compliance with GAAP and maintenance of accurate accounting records.</p><p>Prepare supporting schedules for income tax reporting.</p><p>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.</p><p>Analyze financial results, trends, and budget variances and provide recommendations to leadership.</p><p>Oversee fixed asset accounting, depreciation, and capitalization policies.</p><p>Improve accounting processes, controls, and reporting procedures.</p><p>Coordinate external audits and serve as the primary liaison with auditors.</p><p>Preferred Qualifications</p><p>Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.</p><p>CPA preferred.</p><p>Prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience within homebuilding, real estate development, multifamily, or property management organizations.</p><p>Experience managing accounting teams and supporting executive decision making.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee and manage the financial operations of our company based in Brea, California. As a trusted leader in premium, sustainably sourced seafood, we operate a complex international supply chain and serve major markets across the U.S. This role is integral to driving financial excellence and supporting strategic growth initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise all accounting functions, including general ledger, cash management, payroll, billing, accounts payable and receivable, inventory accounting, and internal controls.<br>• Ensure accurate and timely completion of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes.<br>• Develop and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.<br>• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and scalability as the company grows.<br>• Collaborate on budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and business analytics to support strategic decision-making.<br>• Coordinate with external auditors for annual audits and oversee preparation of federal and state tax filings.<br>• Work cross-functionally with teams in operations, logistics, supply chain, and sales to ensure accurate inventory management and costing.<br>• Mentor and develop a team of accounting professionals to foster growth and expertise.<br>• Ensure compliance with company policies, U.S. regulatory standards, and accounting practices.
<p>An established company is seeking an experienced, hands-on <strong>Controller</strong> to lead accounting operations and financial reporting. This role will oversee the integrity of financial records, monthly and year-end close, internal controls, cash management, AP/AR, audit support, tax coordination, and team leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a strong technical accountant who enjoys partnering with leadership, improving processes, and supporting a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Lead day-to-day accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, cash, fixed assets, inventory, and intercompany activity</p><p>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes</p><p>Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP</p><p>Manage reconciliations, account analysis, and variance reporting</p><p>Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</p><p>Oversee inventory accounting, costing, reserves, and physical inventory processes</p><p>Partner with operations on manufacturing cost analysis, margins, and inventory controls</p><p>Monitor cash activity, receivables, collections, vendor payments, and approval controls</p><p>Coordinate annual audit activities and support tax compliance requirements</p><p>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and management reporting</p><p>Lead process improvements, system enhancements, and automation efforts</p><p>Mentor and develop accounting staff</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field</p><p>7+ years of progressive accounting experience</p><p>Prior Controller or senior accounting leadership experience</p><p>Manufacturing and inventory accounting experience strongly preferred</p><p>Strong U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, audit, and internal controls knowledge</p><p>ERP experience and advanced Excel skills required</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits</p><p>Comprehensive benefits are available for eligible employees.</p><p><br></p>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting operations for the plant, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and financial records remain complete and reliable.<br>• Lead the monthly close cycle by preparing and reviewing journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, cost adjustments, and supporting analyses for timely reporting.<br>• Produce monthly financial statements and management reports, delivering clear insights to plant leadership and corporate finance teams.<br>• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting by evaluating material, labor, overhead, and production variances to identify trends and improvement opportunities.<br>• Partner with operations leaders to assess scrap, yield, usage, labor efficiency, and volume performance in support of cost control and stronger plant performance.<br>• Maintain effective controls over raw materials, work-in-process, packaging, and finished goods inventory, including physical counts, reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution.<br>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by preparing expense and capital plans, comparing results to expectations, and explaining key performance gaps.<br>• Administer plant accounting processes within QuickBooks Enterprise, generate required financial reports, and help document and reconcile data for corporate reporting and system-related needs.<br>• Strengthen accounting procedures, documentation standards, and internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies and dependable audit support.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the financial operations of a manufacturing business in Torrance, California. This role will guide accounting activities, deliver accurate reporting, and provide financial insight that supports sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a solid background in manufacturing finance, and the ability to strengthen processes across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory-related records.</p><p>• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles while ensuring reports are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Produce financial statements and management reporting, then evaluate results to highlight trends, risks, and opportunities.</p><p>• Drive budgeting, forecasting, cash planning, and broader financial analysis to support operational and strategic decisions.</p><p>• Oversee cost accounting activities, including product costing, inventory valuation, and margin review, to improve financial visibility.</p><p>• Manage audit preparation, support tax reporting obligations, and maintain adherence to applicable financial and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with sales, operations, and external consultants to resolve system configuration issues, improve data integrity, and establish efficient AP and AR workflows.</p><p>• Correct and reconcile financial records impacted by prior processing errors while strengthening controls and mentoring the accounting team.</p>
<p>CONTROLLER – MANUFACTURING | TORRANCE, CA</p><p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced Controller for a confidential manufacturing client in Torrance, CA.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a CPA with public-company experience and a strong background in financial reporting, technical accounting, internal controls, and process improvement. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader who can identify inefficiencies, strengthen controls, improve processes, and partner effectively across the organization.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead preparation and review of periodic financial statements, footnotes, earnings materials, and regulatory filings.</li><li>Oversee financial controls, accounting policies, governance, and management review processes.</li><li>Partner with external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.</li><li>Support accounting and reporting requirements related to M&A, financings, and other strategic initiatives.</li><li>Research and interpret US GAAP and regulatory requirements and apply them to financial reporting and disclosures.</li><li>Manage reporting calendars and coordinate cross-functional teams to meet critical deadlines.</li><li>Support the monthly/quarterly close and consolidation process.</li><li>Review financial information for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and increased efficiency across accounting and financial reporting functions.</li><li>Develop and implement improved accounting procedures, controls, workflows, and reporting processes.</li><li>Provide accounting leadership and technical guidance to management and cross-functional business partners.</li></ul><p>Ideal Candidate</p><ul><li>Active CPA required.</li><li>Publicly traded company experience required.</li><li>Strong knowledge of US GAAP, SEC reporting, financial statements, and internal controls.</li><li>Proven experience with external audits and complex financial reporting.</li><li>Demonstrated success improving accounting processes, implementing efficiencies, and strengthening controls.</li><li>Experience with M&A, financings, or other complex transactions preferred.</li><li>Manufacturing or multi-entity experience strongly preferred.</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>If you are a CPA with public-company experience who enjoys improving processes and building stronger accounting operations, we would like to hear from you.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number</p><p>00460-0013512978 email resume to [email protected]</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead finance and accounting activities for a high-volume retail and distribution operation based in Torrance, California. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting business performance across multiple entities. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on leadership style, sound operational accounting expertise, and the ability to partner effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly and annual close cycle for multiple operating entities, ensuring deadlines are met and reporting is accurate and complete.<br>• Review financial statements, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation to confirm the integrity of reported results.<br>• Manage general ledger activity, including accruals, fixed assets, amortization, lease-related entries, intercompany transactions, and allocation methodologies.<br>• Partner with operational leaders across supply chain, warehouse, human resources, compliance, and loss prevention to align financial processes with business needs.<br>• Oversee accounting treatment for operating costs and shared expenses while maintaining consistency with internal policies and reporting standards.<br>• Strengthen internal controls by monitoring key accounting processes, reconciling bank and intercompany accounts, and promoting disciplined financial practices.<br>• Support external audit, tax, and regulatory reporting requirements by coordinating with auditors, advisors, and internal stakeholders.<br>• Guide improvements to financial and operational systems, including integration efforts and enhancements to reporting workflows.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop the local accounting team by setting clear expectations, improving process ownership, and building bench strength.