Assistant Controller

Chemical Guys; Torrance (CA); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Controller, where you will lead financial operations and drive meaningful change. This role offers the opportunity to mentor a skilled team, manage month-end processes, and collaborate cross-functionally to align financial strategies with business goals. With a competitive salary and a culture of innovation, you will thrive in a dynamic environment while contributing to the success of a global leader in car care. If you are passionate about accounting and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work culture

Performance-based bonuses

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of progressive accounting experience in CPG.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end close process and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Drive organizational change and support finance-related projects.

Skills

US GAAP

Project Management

Advanced MS Excel

Financial Reporting

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

ERP systems (Oracle, Fusion, NetSuite)

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

About the Company:

Based in Southern California, Chemical Guys is a global manufacturing company specializing in high-quality car care chemicals, car wash accessories, buffing pads, and machines. With over 40 years of research and development, Chemical Guys has established itself as a worldwide leader in the detailing and car care industry.

Chemical Guys is privately owned by AEA Investors, founded by the Rockefeller, Mellon, and Harriman family interests with S.G. Warburg & Co. in 1968. AEA Investors is a pioneer in private equity, with a global network of investors, business leaders, and sector-focused professionals. Today, AEA manages approximately $18 billion in assets, focusing on private equity, growth capital, and private debt investments in the middle market. Our success stems from adhering to our principles and processes across economic cycles.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Assistant Controller to support our financial operations, lead key projects, and support various initiatives. The Assistant Controller will oversee the general accounting, accounts receivable, and accounts payable teams, and should have a strong understanding of US GAAP as the accounting SME. This role requires knowledge of the order to cash and procure to pay cycles. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with project management skills, capable of leading change initiatives within the accounting department and supporting broader business strategies. This is a hands-on role involving preparation and review of journal entries and other accounting tasks, with responsibilities varying in daily operations.

Key Responsibilities:

· Team Leadership:

• Mentor and support accounting staff (accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general accounting).
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development through training.
• Provide decision-making support to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintain and support accounting department priorities and strategic initiatives.

· Month-End:

• Lead the month-end close process, review journal entries, and reconcile general ledger accounts, including managing the annual audit.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with US GAAP and internal controls, with proper review and sign-off.
• Prepare journal entries and perform complex account analyses and reconciliations.

· Project Management:

• Lead and support finance-related projects, including system upgrades, process automation, and efficiency improvements.
• Resolve complex accounting issues and lead special or ad-hoc projects.
• Coordinate timelines and deliverables cross-functionally with business partners, IT, HR, and other teams.
• Support other special projects as assigned.

· Change Management:

• Drive organizational change within finance, ensuring smooth transitions and adoption of new processes.

· Internal Controls:

• Strengthen internal controls and ensure compliance with internal frameworks.

· Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with operations, IT, procurement, sales, and leadership to align financial strategies with business goals.
• Provide timely financial information and support to internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).

· 10–15 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in a mid-sized consumer packaged goods (CPG) company with multiple channels.

· Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.

· Experience in a private equity-backed company is desirable.

· Advanced MS Excel skills.

· Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, Fusion, NetSuite, or similar).

· Proven project management and change leadership abilities.

· Excellent communication and leadership skills.

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Why Join Us?

· Opportunity to drive meaningful change in a growing organization.

· Collaborative and innovative work culture.

· Competitive compensation and career growth opportunities.

Salary Range: $175,000 – $225,000 annually, with performance-based bonuses.

Location: Potential hybrid work based on performance.

Chemical Guys is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.