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3 results for Controller in San Diego, CA

Controller

Carlsbad, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
55.4135 - 64.163 USD / Hourly
seeking an experienced Interim Controller Consultant to support financial operations during a short-term engagement. This role will oversee core accounting functions, manage a small team, and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and highly proficient in Excel. Key Responsibilities Manage and mentor a team of 2 accounting professionals Oversee and review all account reconciliations and journal entries Perform and manage all prepaid expense accounting, including setup, amortization, and reconciliation Own and manage the purchasing card (P‑card) process, including reviews, reconciliations, and compliance Ensure accurate and timely month-end close Prepare and review financial statements (monthly and ad hoc) Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting best practices Partner with leadership to ensure financial accuracy and transparency Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and documentation Qualifications & Experience Prior experience as a Controller or Senior Accounting Manager Strong working knowledge of GAAP Hands-on experience with reconciliations, journal entries, prepaids, and P‑cards Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial analysis) Experience managing and developing accounting staff Ability to step into an interim role and add immediate value Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Additional Details On-site presence required 2 days per week in North County San Diego Ideal for an interim or consulting professional available for a 3–4 month engagement
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Plant Controller

San Diego, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead financial operations for a manufacturing environment in San Diego, California. This position will guide accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide insight that supports plant performance and business decisions. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in cost accounting, month-end close, budgeting, and compliance within a complex industrial setting. Responsibilities: • Direct day-to-day accounting operations, including payables, receivables, payroll coordination, and the monthly financial close for multiple entities. • Lead the preparation of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. • Manage budgeting and forecasting activities by partnering with operational leaders to gather inputs, assess performance trends, and refine financial plans. • Review plant results against budget, investigate significant variances, and work with management teams to develop corrective actions. • Maintain accounting records, core master data, and financial process documentation to support reliable internal controls and consistent reporting practices. • Coordinate external audit requests, lender reviews, tax-related filings, and required business registrations by assembling complete and accurate documentation. • Oversee cost accounting activities by analyzing material, labor, and overhead costs, evaluating standard-versus-actual results, and highlighting improvement opportunities. • Partner with operations on physical inventory counts and cycle count programs, monitor inventory accuracy, identify root causes of discrepancies, and support corrective measures. • Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support pricing reviews, cost center evaluations, and broader business decisions.
2026-04-22T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Lakeside, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in East County, California. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with nonprofit accounting standards, and supporting internal controls. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the financial health of a mission-driven organization while working closely with leadership. Responsibilities:• Manage the general ledger, journal entries, and account reconciliations, while overseeing month-end and year-end close processes.• Analyze financial statements to ensure accuracy and completeness, providing insights to support decision-making.• Prepare and present internal financial reports for leadership and the Board of Directors.• Collaborate on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support organizational goals.• Ensure proper accounting treatment of restricted and unrestricted funds in compliance with nonprofit standards.• Assist in maintaining robust internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard financial assets.• Support annual audits by preparing necessary schedules and coordinating with external auditors.• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations as well as nonprofit accounting standards.• Contribute to the improvement of accounting systems, processes, and documentation to enhance efficiency.• Provide guidance and training to accounting staff to ensure best practices are consistently implemented.
2026-04-10T00:00:00Z