We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a growing organization based in California. This role is ideal for a finance specialist who brings a blend of public accounting and industry expertise, along with strong judgment in complex entity structures and financial reporting. The Controller will play a central role in strengthening close processes, supporting cross-functional business activity, and delivering reliable reporting across a multi-entity environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full accounting function across multiple legal entities, ensuring accurate consolidation and timely financial reporting.<br>• Lead the month-end and year-end close cycles while improving consistency, accuracy, and efficiency in reporting activities.<br>• Oversee accounting treatment for complex ownership arrangements, partnership structures, and entity-specific financial matters.<br>• Develop and enhance internal accounting procedures, controls, and workflows to support growth and operational scale.<br>• Partner closely with teams across operations, finance, and project development to align financial reporting with business activity.<br>• Support reporting needs related to investors, lenders, and project financing arrangements, including debt-related financial information.<br>• Manage relationships with outsourced accounting providers or shared services teams to maintain quality and accountability.<br>• Evaluate revenue recognition considerations, recurring billing activity, and contract-based service accounting where applicable.<br>• Use reporting tools, data analysis, and process automation opportunities to improve visibility and decision-making within the finance function.
<p>Robert Half is recruiting for an Interim Controller / Consultant for a logistics client in the Inland Empire. The Consultant will oversee daily accounting operations, lead the month end close process, and ensure accurate financial reporting while supporting a fast paced Distribution/ warehouse environment. This role will be located onsite in Mira Loma, CA. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>* Manage month end and year end close activities</p><p>* Oversee general ledger, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation</p><p>* Supervise AP, AR, and cash management functions</p><p>* Ensure compliance with US GAAP and internal controls</p><p>* Support inventory accounting and warehouse related transactions</p><p>* Partner with operations leadership on reporting and analysis</p><p>* Lead, mentor, and support accounting staff</p><p>* Drive process improvements and optimize use of Acumatica ERP</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>* Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance</p><p>* 5+ years of progressive accounting experience</p><p>* Prior experience in logistics, distribution, warehousing, or fulfillment environments</p><p>* Knoweledge of mid-tier ERP experience (Accumatica, Netsuite)</p><p>* Strong knowledge of US GAAP and financial reporting</p><p>* Advanced Excel skills</p><p>* CPA preferred</p><p><br></p><p>This role is ideal for a hands on accounting leader who can quickly add value, improve processes, and maintain accurate financial reporting in a high volume operational environment.</p>
We are looking for a Controller to lead accounting operations and provide dependable financial insight for a growing organization in Carlsbad, California. This role is responsible for overseeing core financial activities, strengthening reporting accuracy, and supporting leadership with timely analysis that informs strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in manufacturing-focused accounting environments and is comfortable managing both day-to-day financial operations and long-term process improvements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process while ensuring accurate financial statements and management reporting are delivered on schedule.<br>• Oversee cost accounting activities, inventory valuation, revenue treatment, and overall financial reporting to maintain reliable accounting records.<br>• Administer and enhance the NetSuite environment, including reporting structures, accounting workflows, and internal control configurations.<br>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, cash planning, and financial modeling to support operational and executive decision-making.<br>• Collaborate with operations and company leadership to evaluate manufacturing costs, pricing strategies, customer margins, and capital investment plans.<br>• Establish, maintain, and refine accounting policies, procedures, and control measures that support compliance and financial integrity.<br>• Coordinate external audits, tax-related submissions, and other regulatory reporting obligations in a timely and organized manner.<br>• Deliver clear financial analysis and performance updates to executive leadership and stakeholders while highlighting risks and opportunities.<br>• Lead and develop a small team across finance-related functions, including assigning work, coaching performance, and supporting employee growth.<br>• Identify and implement improvements to processes, systems, and controls to scale the finance function effectively as business needs evolve.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the financial operations of our wholesale distribution business in Santa Ana, California. This role will guide core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide leadership with clear financial insight to support sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, operational awareness, and the ability to improve processes while developing a high-performing finance team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the organization’s accounting and financial reporting activities to ensure accurate, timely, and reliable results.<br>• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, ensuring deadlines are met and financial data is thoroughly reviewed.<br>• Lead budgeting, forecasting, liquidity planning, and broader financial analysis to support short- and long-term business objectives.<br>• Establish and refine internal controls, accounting standards, and compliance practices that support regulatory and company requirements.<br>• Produce financial statements, performance metrics, and management reports that highlight business trends and operating results.<br>• Work closely with executive leadership to evaluate strategic priorities, expansion opportunities, and margin improvement initiatives.<br>• Oversee core accounting areas including the general ledger, payroll, fixed assets, and inventory-related accounting.<br>• Monitor inventory health by analyzing aging trends, slow-moving stock, and key measures such as Days Inventory Outstanding.<br>• Provide operational teams with financial guidance related to purchasing decisions, inventory management, and branch-level performance.<br>• Coordinate external financial relationships, including auditors, tax advisors, banking partners, and insurance contacts, while advancing process efficiency and automation within accounting workflows.
<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 oversee the financial health and accounting operations of a nonprofit organization in Fullerton, California. This position leads financial reporting, compliance, internal controls, and budget planning across multiple operating units while supporting sound fiscal decision-making. The role works closely with executive leadership to deliver accurate consolidated reporting, guide audits and regulatory filings, and strengthen financial processes that support the organization’s mission.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead organization-wide accounting activities, including ledger management, payables, receivables, payroll, cash oversight, investments, and fixed asset administration.<br>• Oversee financial reporting for multiple operating units and affiliated programs, ensuring complete and timely records across all areas under the organization’s fiscal responsibility.<br>• Direct the monthly close cycle in partnership with accounting leadership, reviewing reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statements for accuracy and completeness.<br>• Prepare consolidated monthly financial reports, including intercompany balancing and elimination entries, for leadership review and decision support.<br>• Manage audit readiness by organizing schedules, supporting documentation, and communication with external and campus auditors throughout the annual audit process.<br>• Ensure all required tax submissions, compliance reports, and related regulatory filings are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Lead the annual budgeting process by setting timelines, developing planning tools, and partnering with department leaders to evaluate budget submissions.<br>• Deliver budget-to-actual analysis, forecast updates, and financial modeling that highlight trends, risks, and recommended actions for leadership and governing committees.<br>• Maintain and refine business procedures and internal control practices to support compliance with organizational policies, campus-related requirements, and applicable laws.<br>• Serve as a key financial partner to senior leadership by monitoring performance, investigating variances, and recommending strategies that strengthen fiscal stewardship.
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>.Robert Half is recruiting a strong Controller / Consultant for a manufacturing company with full cycle accounting experience. The consultant will lead the month-end close process, review and approve payroll journal entries, general ledger entries, reconcile all balance sheet accounts. In addition, the consultant will also need to handle all HR responsibilities for 40+ employees. This role is onsite 5 days a week in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. </p><p><br></p><p>Technical Skills:</p><p>- Full cycle accounting experience (AR, AP, cost accounting, Payroll, GL FA)</p><p>- Advanced Excel data analysis</p><p>- Accruals, allocations, reconciliations</p><p>- Support year end audit</p><p>- Help review and document department SOP</p><p>- Manage all aspects of HR and review payroll entries</p><p><br></p><p>Soft Skills:</p><p>- Ability to understand business processes quickly</p><p>- Communicates effectively with various levels within the organization</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting for a growing retail organization in San Diego, California. This role will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide dependable financial insight to support business decisions. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in close management, multi-entity accounting, tax coordination, and process improvement within a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Review journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and related records.<br>• Produce monthly financial statements and management reports that deliver clear visibility into business performance.<br>• Oversee cost accounting, fixed asset accounting, and accounts receivable activities to support strong financial operations.<br>• Manage intercompany accounting across multiple entities, including reconciliations, eliminations, and issue resolution.<br>• Prepare consolidation schedules and support accurate reporting for a multi-entity business structure.<br>• Coordinate sales tax compliance activities and partner with external advisors on income tax reporting and related documentation.<br>• Support external audits by organizing schedules, maintaining documentation, and reinforcing internal control compliance.<br>• Improve accounting workflows, reporting processes, and system usage to increase efficiency, scalability, and accuracy.<br>• Coach and support the accounting team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous development.