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8 results for Divisional Controller in Manteca, CA

Confidential Controller
  • Hayward, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 180000 - 220000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a meticulous and detail-oriented Controller to oversee and manage document control processes in our organization. The ideal candidate will have expertise in handling, organizing, and maintaining sensitive documentation while ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards. This role is based in Hayward, California, and offers an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about precision and organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and oversee the accounting team and department operations</p><p>• Produce monthly financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and WIP</p><p>• Monitor and adjust project budgets as needed</p><p>• Manage cash flow, forecasts, and monthly bank reconciliations</p><p>• Ensure tax filings, payments, and regulatory compliance are met on time</p><p>• Oversee subcontractor payables and required compliance documentation</p><p>• Track union labor and ensure accurate, timely benefit contributions</p><p>• Partner with project managers and executives to support business objectives</p>
  • 2026-07-17T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 180000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function for a growing organization in San Jose, California. This role will guide financial reporting, operational accounting, and planning activities across multiple business divisions while ensuring strong controls and reliable data. The ideal candidate brings deep construction accounting expertise, sound leadership skills, and the ability to translate financial results into actionable business insight.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the full scope of accounting activities, including ledger management, payables, receivables, payroll, fixed assets, project costing, and treasury-related processes.</p><p>• Supervise and develop an accounting team of eight, fostering accountability, technical growth, and consistent performance across the department.</p><p>• Oversee financial operations for multiple divisions and ensure reporting practices remain accurate, aligned, and dependable throughout the organization.</p><p>• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, delivering complete and timely financial statements for leadership review.</p><p>• Provide executives with financial analysis, management reports, and key performance indicators to support informed decision-making.</p><p>• Establish and refine accounting policies, internal controls, and standard procedures to improve compliance and strengthen financial governance.</p><p>• Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow oversight, and broader financial planning efforts to support operational and strategic objectives.</p><p>• Partner with operations and project teams to monitor job costing, revenue recognition, and project-level financial performance.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to applicable federal, state, and local financial reporting requirements and coordinate external audit activities.</p><p>• Drive process enhancements, support system optimization within Foundation Software, and contribute to acquisitions, implementations, and other strategic initiatives as needed.</p>
  • 2026-08-04T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Modesto, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 95000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for a dynamic organization in Modesto, California. This role is responsible for maintaining reliable financial information, strengthening reporting processes, and delivering insights that support business decisions. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with leadership while contributing to the company’s long-term financial strategy and growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct day-to-day accounting activities across payables, receivables, and general ledger functions to support accurate financial operations.<br>• Manage account reconciliations within QuickBooks and review financial data for accuracy, consistency, and completeness.<br>• Oversee the monthly close cycle and ensure financial reports are prepared on schedule for leadership review.<br>• Produce financial statements and supporting analyses that help leadership evaluate business performance and financial health.<br>• Coordinate tax-related documentation and support compliance with applicable California regulations and reporting requirements.<br>• Build and monitor cash flow forecasts to assist with budgeting, planning, and operational decision-making.<br>• Partner with company leadership to provide financial guidance, interpret results, and support organizational priorities.<br>• Contribute to strategic initiatives by assisting with planning activities and preparing information needed for financing discussions.<br>• Maintain well-organized records, reports, and business correspondence using tools such as Excel, Word, Outlook, QuickBooks, and similar financial systems.
  • 2026-07-31T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Hayward, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial operations and support business performance for a construction-focused organization in Hayward, California. This role blends hands-on accounting leadership with contract administration, insurance coordination, and office oversight, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a multifaceted environment. The successful candidate will bring strong construction accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to keep financial and operational processes accurate, organized, and on schedule.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities, ensuring accurate oversight of payables, receivables, ledger activity, and core financial processes.<br>• Manage project-based accounting tasks such as job costing, customer invoicing, collections, retention tracking, and vendor disbursements.<br>• Prepare reconciliations for bank accounts and company credit cards while maintaining reliable records in QuickBooks.<br>• Produce monthly financial statements, management reports, cash flow updates, budgets, and forecasts to support decision-making.<br>• Maintain tax and compliance documentation, including W-9 records and annual 1099 preparation, and assist with periodic financial reporting cycles.<br>• Administer construction-related documentation by reviewing contracts, organizing subcontract agreements, and handling notices, waivers, and release paperwork.<br>• Support project launch and closeout requirements, monitor compliance obligations, and coordinate documentation with project teams and external partners.<br>• Oversee insurance administration by managing certificates of insurance, renewals, endorsements, compliance tracking, and communication with brokers, carriers, and project stakeholders.<br>• Supervise office operations, maintain administrative procedures, support leadership needs, and help manage employee onboarding records and company files.
  • 2026-07-24T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • San Jose, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 200000 - 250000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Colleen McAuliffe from Robert Half is looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting and financial management activities for a nonprofit organization in San Jose, California. This position will guide financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and internal control practices in a federally funded environment while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in government-funded programs, cost-based accounting, and financial planning, along with the ability to strengthen processes and support sound operational decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily finance and accounting activities, including payables, receivables, payroll oversight, general ledger management, reconciliations, cash administration, fixed asset tracking, billing, and purchasing controls.</p><p>• Produce and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery of supporting schedules.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with federal funding requirements by overseeing financial practices related to grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, and cost-reimbursable programs.</p><p>• Prepare required financial submissions, tax-related filings, and documentation for multiple entities while preserving accurate records for restricted and unrestricted funds.</p><p>• Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and government reviewers, coordinating audit support and promoting ongoing audit readiness.</p><p>• Oversee indirect cost methodologies, including fringe, overhead, and administrative allocations, and support the development of billing rates, pricing models, and cost proposals.</p><p>• Partner with program and operational leaders to build budgets, monitor spending, analyze financial variances, and improve forecasting and cash planning.</p><p>• Strengthen financial policies, internal controls, procurement documentation, and subcontractor compliance practices to reduce risk and improve accountability.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and develop accounting staff while presenting financial insights, compliance updates, and performance recommendations to senior leadership.</p><p>• Manage financial systems and related process improvement efforts to enhance reporting quality, efficiency, and decision support.</p>
  • 2026-07-15T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • San Jose, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 160000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>A growing and dynamic services organization is seeking a Controller to lead its accounting function. This is a high-impact role partnering closely with senior leadership, offering exposure to a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>The Controller will oversee all day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and an efficient close process. This individual will play a key role in scaling the accounting function and supporting continued organizational growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and revenue recognition</li><li>Manage and optimize monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes</li><li>Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements</li><li>Establish and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison for external audits and lead audit process</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in partnership with finance leadership</li><li>Oversee cash flow, treasury activities, and banking relationships</li><li>Hire, develop, and mentor accounting staff</li></ul>
  • 2026-07-17T00:00:00Z
Director of Accounting Services (Controller)
  • Stockton, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
  • Key Responsibilities<br>• Serve as the primary accounting contact and advisor for an assigned portfolio of client accounts.<br>• Manage full-cycle accounting for multiple clients, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and month-end close.<br>• Set up, maintain, and optimize QuickBooks Online files, including chart of accounts, classes, locations, and integrations.<br>• Prepare and/or review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports for clients.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliations of bank, credit card, and other key balance sheet accounts.<br>• Develop and monitor client-specific accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.<br>• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis for clients; provide insights and recommendations.<br>• Review work performed by staff/accounting specialists, providing direction, training, and performance feedback.<br>• Coordinate with tax and assurance teams to support year-end engagements and information requests.<br>• Identify process improvement opportunities and implement technology and workflow enhancements for clients.<br>• Assist with onboarding new clients, including needs assessment, engagement scoping, and system setup.<br>• Manage engagement deadlines and priorities across multiple clients, communicating proactively with internal teams and client management.<br>Qualifications<br>• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.<br>• CPA license preferred but not required.<br>• Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive accounting experience, including prior supervisor/manager responsibilities.<br>• Prior experience in a CPA firm or client accounting services environment strongly preferred.<br>• Expert-level proficiency with QuickBooks Online, including advanced features and third-party app integrations.<br>• Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP for small to mid-sized businesses.<br>• Experience with non-profit organizations and various reporting requirements related to non-profits.<br>• Proven ability to manage multiple client relationships and competing priorities.<br>• Demonstrated leadership skills, including staff supervision, coaching, and delegation.<br>• High level of comfort working in cloud-based and paperless environments.<br>• Excellent communication and client service skills.<br>• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
  • 2026-07-31T00:00:00Z
Controller - Santa Clara
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Natalie Lue with Robert Half is partnering with a growing organization seeking a hands-on Accounting Manager ready to take the next step toward a Controller title. Looking for experience in restaurant, hospitality, entertainment, food service, retail, or other client service-driven environments. Responsibilities include month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, payroll oversight, cost controls, and operational finance support. Strong Excel skills and a collaborative, business-partner mindset required.</p>
  • 2026-08-03T00:00:00Z