Assistant Plant Controller

Selby Jennings; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings is seeking an Assistant Controller for an onsite role in Anaheim, CA. The position focuses on core accounting, cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting to support manufacturing operations. The role reports to the CFO and involves collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in accounting leadership, CPA preferred, and strong ERP/Excel skills to drive cost efficiency and accurate financial statements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and inventory management.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Spanish language skills are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and inventory accounting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
• Collaborate with operations to improve cost accounting and production efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and support external audits and tax filings.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support strategic business initiatives.

Skills

Cost accounting

Inventory management

Financial reporting

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Overview

Recruitment Consultant Financial Operations — Onsite

Location: Anaheim, CA (Onsite)

Compensation: $140,000 - $165,000 base + bonus

Reporting To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established food manufacturing firm based in Anaheim, California. Known for its commitment to quality and operational excellence, the company is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to support its growing finance function. This is a fully onsite role offering direct exposure to executive leadership and operational teams.

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller will be responsible for overseeing core accounting functions and supporting operational finance initiatives. This role requires a strong background in both accounting and manufacturing operations, with a focus on cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and inventory accounting.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes.
• Collaborate with operations to improve cost accounting and production efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and support external audits and tax filings.
• Supervise and mentor accounting staff.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support strategic business initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting and inventory management.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Spanish language skills are a plus but not required.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Supply Chain