Assistant Controller: Strategic Finance & GAAP Expert

CPS HR Consulting (Client Recruitments); Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Monterey Regional Airport seeks an Assistant Controller to lead high-level accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis in support of district decisions.

The role requires strong GAAP/GASB knowledge, advanced Excel modeling, and the ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams. CPA licensure and public agency experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Active California CPA License is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in financial planning, analysis, and accounting.
• Experience in public agency or fund accounting and airport/aviation industry is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-level accounting, financial reporting, budget development, forecasting, and analysis.
• Oversee month-end close, general ledger, balance sheet reconciliation, and treasury activities.
• Coordinate capital project draw and prepare internal financial statements and analyses for management and Board.
• Support audits, grant accounting, and liaison with District departments during budget process.
• Maintain complex financial models and respond to inquiries from internal and external partners.

Skills

Advanced Excel modeling

GAAP knowledge

GASB standards

Education

Active California CPA License

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA preferred

Tools

Sage 100 or similar financial systems

Job description

Monterey Regional Airport seeks an Assistant Controller to lead high-level accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and data analysis in support of district decisions.

The role requires strong GAAP/GASB knowledge, advanced Excel modeling, and the ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams. CPA licensure and public agency experience are highly valued.