We are looking for an experienced finance leader to step into a Long-term Contract Divisional/Plant Controller role supporting a sophisticated aerospace and defense manufacturer in Chatsworth, California. This position will provide critical leadership during a post-acquisition period, bringing discipline to accounting operations, strengthening financial reporting, and guiding technical accounting decisions in a complex manufacturing setting. The ideal candidate is comfortable working hands-on, partnering with leadership and advisors, and improving financial processes in a fast-moving environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct accounting leadership during the post-acquisition phase, ensuring opening balance sheet activities and related journal entries are completed accurately and on time.<br>• Interpret new accounting requirements tied to the transaction and guide the team in applying updated treatment for revenue and other key financial areas.<br>• Investigate and correct accounting discrepancies arising from legacy and revised policies, including issues affecting revenue recording and account cleanup.<br>• Collaborate with executive leadership, external auditors, valuation specialists, and other advisors to support purchase accounting and related financial reviews.<br>• Organize general ledger structures and reporting periods to improve visibility for acquisition-related activity and project-level financial tracking.<br>• Redesign profit and loss reporting to deliver clearer analysis by customer, product category, and major revenue source.<br>• Strengthen plant and inventory accounting by improving insight into material usage, labor, overhead, and manufacturing variance performance.<br>• Assess the month-end close process, document accounting workflows, and recommend practical improvements to internal finance operations.<br>• Provide hands-on manufacturing finance support involving standard costing, operational analysis, and accounting guidance within a complex production environment.<br>• Contribute to additional accounting and finance initiatives as business needs evolve throughout the transition period.
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is looking for an experienced interim Controller to join a privately held multi-unit restaurant organization in Encino, California on a contract basis. This on-site engagement is designed for a hands-on finance leader who can evaluate the current accounting environment, confirm the reliability of financial information, and identify practical ways to strengthen reporting and operational performance. The role requires an independent, detail-oriented individual who is comfortable working on-site, partnering with leadership, and delivering clear recommendations that support informed business decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review accounting workflows across internal staff and external support providers to identify inefficiencies, control gaps, and areas for improvement.</p><p>• Examine financial statements, chart of accounts structure, and system reporting within Restaurant365, Toast POS, and related platforms to verify consistency and accuracy.</p><p>• Assess internal controls, including separation of responsibilities and approval practices, to determine whether current procedures adequately protect financial integrity.</p><p>• Observe the day-to-day activities of the existing Controller and accounting team to gain a clear understanding of responsibilities, dependencies, and workflow execution.</p><p>• Monitor a complete month-end close cycle and evaluate the timing, quality, and reliability of reporting deliverables.</p><p>• Collaborate with the outside accounting firm to review service quality, work products, and the effectiveness of the current outsourced support model.</p><p>• Analyze how financial data moves across operational and accounting systems, including POS, delivery, and invoicing tools, and identify reporting or reconciliation issues.</p><p>• Prepare a structured assessment of the current accounting function that highlights operational risks, process breakdowns, and opportunities to improve efficiency.</p><p>• Present actionable recommendations to leadership regarding process enhancements, reporting improvements, control strengthening, and future organizational design for the finance function.</p>
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Controller to join our real estate development team in Chatsworth, California. This role will oversee the company’s day-to-day accounting and financial operations, ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations, and deliver timely, accurate reporting to support strategic business decisions. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and process improvement, with the ability to support a fast-paced, project-driven environment.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting, to ensure accuracy and efficiency.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, cost reports, and variance analyses related to development projects and overall company performance.</li><li>Develop forecasts for revenue, expenses, cash flow, and earnings to support business planning and investment decisions.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, corporate accounting policies, and applicable tax requirements, including the preparation of tax schedules and filings.</li><li>Establish, maintain, and improve accounting policies, internal controls, and procedures to support operational effectiveness and mitigate risk.</li><li>Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, identifying opportunities to streamline reporting timelines and improve accuracy.</li><li>Administer and review sales agent commission calculations, ensuring timely and accurate processing.</li><li>Create and maintain dashboards and financial reports in Microsoft Power BI to provide actionable insights for leadership.</li><li>Partner with management to evaluate financial results, monitor budgets, and support decision-making across real estate development activities.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a Controller to lead the accounting and reporting for a small venture capital company. This position partners with internal stakeholders and external advisors to deliver accurate financial information, maintain compliance obligations, and support a high standard of reporting. Based in Sherman Oaks, California, the role plays a key part in strengthening financial operations and ensuring timely execution of fund-related activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct accounting activities across multiple vehicles, including capital activity, cash movements, allocation methodologies, and overall ledger accuracy.</p><p>• Produce quarterly and annual fund financial statements that align with applicable reporting standards and organizational requirements.</p><p>• Coordinate year-end audits and tax reporting processes, working closely with outside auditors and tax professionals to ensure timely completion of K-1s and related filings.</p><p>• Oversee limited partner reporting deliverables and support clear, accurate communication tied to fund performance and financial results.</p><p>• Assist with fund closings, launches of new investment vehicles, and transaction support related to portfolio company activity.</p><p>• Review and enhance accounting workflows, internal controls, and financial systems to improve reliability, efficiency, and scalability.</p><p>• Partner with fund administrators and cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues, reconcile data, and maintain consistent reporting across stakeholders.</p><p>• Utilize NetSuite to manage accounting records, reporting processes, and financial oversight responsibilities.</p>