Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Controller

Location : Riverside, CA

We’re currently partnering with a state-of-the-art corrugated manufacturing facility in Riverside , CA to find a highly skilled and hands-on Controller . This leadership role will drive both financial performance and operational efficiency, working cross-functionally with executive leadership and plant-level management.

The ideal candidate brings deep financial expertise within a manufacturing setting, a proactive approach to controls and compliance, and the ability to lead and mentor accounting staff while remaining involved in the day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee financial operations, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of accounting transactions and preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Lead the development and implementation of internal control systems—both systematic and administrative—to safeguard company assets.
• Coordinate and manage internal and external audits; maintain effective relationships with auditors and ensure findings are resolved.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts by analyzing production KPIs and financial trends.
• Maintain and improve accounting policies, procedures, and documentation standards to meet regulatory and audit requirements.
• Ensure tax compliance across federal, state, and local jurisdictions and manage incentive program reporting.
• Supervise and support accounting team members, fostering a collaborative and efficient environment.
• Monitor and report financial covenants to banking partners and executive stakeholders.
• Collaborate with IT and corporate finance teams to protect financial systems and information.
• Perform variance analysis and support cost control initiatives by identifying inefficiencies.
• Assist in strategic planning and capital expenditure processes as part of the leadership team.
• Manage cash flow, accounts receivable, credit exposure, and insurance programs for designated accounts.
• Maintain fixed asset schedules, depreciation, and reconcile key balance sheet and inventory accounts.
• Support the month-end close process by preparing and reviewing journal entries.
• Contribute to daily KPI reporting and periodic audits of production reporting accuracy.

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