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30 results for Controller in Torrance, CA

Assistant Controller

Burbank, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support the financial operations of a public-sector organization in Burbank, California. This position partners closely with finance leadership to strengthen accounting oversight, reporting accuracy, budgeting activities, and audit coordination. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in governmental or public accounting, sharp analytical judgment, and the ability to work effectively across departments. Responsibilities:• Support daily accounting operations and help maintain accurate, timely financial reporting in partnership with finance leadership.• Contribute to major finance system initiatives by assisting with data conversion, account alignment, testing activities, and validation of financial information.• Prepare and consolidate a range of financial deliverables, including annual statements, monthly treasury reporting, and submissions required by government and regulatory agencies.• Participate in the budget cycle by gathering financial information, reviewing supporting data, and helping monitor budget administration.• Analyze monthly revenue and expense activity to identify trends, variances, and items requiring follow-up.• Review work prepared by accounting staff across payables, receivables, fixed assets, and the general ledger to ensure completeness and accuracy.• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audit activities and provide schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation as needed.• Develop and review spreadsheets and reconciliations used for accounting, statistical, financial, and budget reporting.• Evaluate internal controls related to financial reporting and recommend process improvements to senior leadership when needed.• Collaborate with internal stakeholders on accounting procedures, billing questions, payment matters, and other finance-related issues.
2026-06-18T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Costa Mesa, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
57 - 66 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to support a printing and publishing organization in Costa Mesa, California. This Contract position is suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can step into a dynamic environment, take ownership of core close activities, and help maintain accurate financial operations. The role will work across reconciliations, reporting, compliance, and process improvement while partnering with internal teams and external accounting resources. Responsibilities: • Lead key month-end close activities, including preparation and review of balance sheet and cash reconciliations to ensure accounts are completed accurately and on schedule. • Record and post journal entries while maintaining the integrity of the general ledger and supporting documentation. • Oversee revenue accounting for designated business areas, confirming transactions are recognized completely and in accordance with applicable standards. • Partner with outsourced accounting teams supporting international subsidiaries to review financial results and validate the accuracy of submitted statements. • Maintain lease accounting records under ASC 842 and assist with administration related to office lease obligations. • Analyze business-unit profit and loss results and provide meaningful variance explanations to support financial planning and analysis teams. • Help ensure accounting activities align with internal policies, reporting standards, and compliance expectations. • Contribute to acquisition integration efforts and support accounting-related work tied to organizational changes. • Strengthen the accounting function by creating and refining procedural documentation that improves training, consistency, and continuity. • Evaluate existing financial workflows and recommend practical improvements that enhance efficiency, control, and reliability.
2026-07-01T00:00:00Z

Controller/CFO

Burbank, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
💼 Chief Financial Officer Opportunity 💼Are you an experienced and strategic leader ready to guide a growing company toward its next big milestone? We are seeking a CFO to partner with the CEO in driving strategy, optimizing revenue streams, and preparing the organization for a successful future transition, all while taking a hands-on approach to the general ledger and month end close? This is an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial financial expert who thrives in small to mid-sized private organizations, enjoys building scalable processes, and has the vision to lead both current operations and long-term strategic goals. Why This Role?This is your chance to:<ul><li>Shape Strategy & Growth: Partner with executive leadership to establish and achieve ambitions for growth and an eventual exit.</li><li>Lead from the Front: Be both hands-on and visionary, managing day-to-day financial operations while steering long-term success.</li><li>Cross-Functional Impact: Influence departments beyond finance, including HR, IT, and operations, to create a cohesive strategy.</li><li>Drive Financial Excellence: Own and optimize accounting controls, reporting, and budgetary processes, while ensuring alignment with GAAP principles.</li></ul>What Sets You Apart:<ul><li>Strategic & Hands-On: A leader who can "be in the weeds" while keeping sight of the big picture.</li><li>Entrepreneurial Spirit: A self-starter who thrives in growth-stage environments.</li><li>Cross-Department Leadership: Comfortable managing functions like HR, IT, and payroll alongside core financial responsibilities.</li><li>Team-First Mentality: A strong value system with the ability to prioritize company and team success over individual goals.</li></ul>
2026-06-15T00:00:00Z

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.
2026-06-27T00:00:00Z