Controller
StaffingForceFullerton, CA, USjob_description.job_card.30_days_ago
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job_description.job_card.job_descriptionPrepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax obligations, and environmental reporting requirements (e.g., hazardous materials tracking) Maintain robust internal controls and alignment with GAAP standards Develop and manage standard cost models for raw materials, batching, packaging, and labor Analyze manufacturing variances, including material usage, yield, rework / scrap, and machine utilization Partner with production and operations teams to monitor batch costs and improve cost-efficiency Oversee accurate valuation of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods Support monthly inventory counts and reconciliation, with strong oversight of high-value and regulated materials Monitor slow-moving or obsolete inventory and recommend corrective actions Lead the development of annual budgets and rolling forecasts Provide financial modeling for raw material price changes, production capacity planning, and capital expenditures Contribute to strategic initiatives such as new product lines, R&D investments, and production expansions Track depreciation and maintenance of manufacturing equipment Conduct ROI analysis for equipment purchases and upgrades (e.g., mixing machines, packaging lines) Manage daily cash flow and ensure operational liquidity Monitor receivables and payables to maintain strong working capital practices Ensure ERP systems accurately reflect production, inventory, and costing data Collaborate with IT and operations to enhance financial and production reporting Lead and develop a high-performing finance team supporting both operational and strategic goals Promote cross-training in manufacturing finance and compliance reporting
Job Description
Job Description
Founded in Southern California in the late 1950s, this privately held manufacturer specializes in producing high-quality architectural coatings. It serves both professional contractors and retail consumers across the western United States.
Requirements :
- Bachelors degree in accounting
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or controller position
- Previous experience in the manufacturing, distribution, or retail industry is required
- Strong expertise in cost accounting and inventory control, preferred
- Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Excel-based financial modeling
- Skilled in financial modeling, cash flow analysis, and ensuring compliance with GAAP standards
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
- Exceptional attention to detail, with strong organizational and time management skills
Day to Day Responsibilities :
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Controller • Fullerton, CA, US