Controller

ADDMAN Engineering LLC; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work occasionally

Job summary

ADDMAN Engineering LLC in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a Controller to lead the plant's financial strategy in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will partner with operations and executive leadership to drive EBITDA, cash flow, and cost optimization while guiding the accounting team.

Join a company redefining advanced manufacturing for aerospace, defense, industrial, and medical customers. The role requires strong GAAP knowledge and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, defense, or other complex production environments.
• Experience supporting plant operations in a manufacturing organization.
• Strong analytical and business partnering skills.
• Proven ability to influence leaders using financial data.
• Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Plant Manager and leadership to drive operational and financial performance.
• Lead, develop, and mentor the plant accounting team.
• Analyze manufacturing variances and partner with Operations to improve efficiency.
• Develop and monitor KPIs including EBITDA, gross margin, inventory turns, and cash flow.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve business performance.
• Manage month-end close, annual close, and ad hoc reporting to management.
• Evaluate capital investments, pricing, and business cases to support decisions.
• Lead accounts receivable/payable and payroll processes.
• Assist in quarterly forecast and annual budget preparations.
• Lead automation and process improvements to reduce manual work.

Skills

Excel

ERP

Syteline

Vena

Salesforce

ProcessMaker

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Cross-functional

Attention to detail

Education

CPA

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Yearly Salary Range: $95,000 to $160,000

This position is based out of the Carlsbad, CA Location

Minimal travel required based on business needs

POSITION SUMMARY:

At ADDMAN, finance is more than reporting numbers, it’s helping drive decisions that power innovation, operational excellence, and fast-paced growth. We’re looking for a Controller in our Polymer Additive plant who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoys partnering with operations, solving complex business challenges, and improving financial performance. As a key member of the plant leadership team, you’ll influence strategy, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate directly with executive leadership.

Join a company that’s redefining advanced manufacturing through additive manufacturing, precision machining, and innovative engineering solutions serving aerospace, defense, industrial, and medical customers.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Partner with the Plant Manager, Segment General Manager, and plant leadership as a trusted financial advisor to drive operational and financial performance
• Lead, develop, and mentor the plant accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Analyze manufacturing variances and partner with Operations to improve labor, material, and overhead utilization
• Develop, monitor, and communicate key financial and operational KPIs including EBITDA, gross margin, inventory turns, labor efficiency, and cash flow
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Commercial, and HR to improve business performance
• Provide timely and accurate financial information and performance measurements to management (month-end close, annual close, ad hoc reporting)
• Evaluate capital investments, customer profitability, pricing strategies, and business cases to support strategic decision-making
• Provide direction and process support for accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll
• Assist in the quarterly forecast and annual budget process
• Lead automation and process improvement initiatives to reduce manual work through standardization
• Lead standard costing, product costing, and cost accounting activities
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies
• Support the annual physical inventory, annual financial audit, and tax preparation activities, including sales & use tax returns
• Other duties as assigned

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Advanced computer skills with high proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with ERP and financial reporting systems such as Syteline, Vena, Salesforce, and ProcessMaker preferred
• Develop and mentor accounting staff
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities to exceed employee expectations
• Work independently, strong work ethic, is self-motivated and able to complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to lead and work on cross-functional teams to support the core business, ensuring quality products are delivered on time
• Computer aptitude (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel)
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language
• Must be a team player and willing to learn new skills and concepts

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, defense, or other complex production environments
• Experience supporting plant operations in a manufacturing organization
• Strong analytical and business partnering skills
• Proven ability to influence leaders using financial data
• Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship and must be an eligible U.S. Person
• CPA/MBA a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Flexible remote work is available occasionally, dictated by company needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to accomplish the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

SAFETY AND POLICY PRACTICES:

Each employee must be knowledgeable of standard safety policies and procedures and adhere to the same while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognizing the Company’s need to achieve its business objectives. Each employee is responsible for complying with company hazardous waste disposal procedures.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION:

Addman Engineering is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. All terms and conditions of employment will be administered without regard to an individual’s sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time, and the employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Addman Engineering reserves the right to add, delete or modify these duties and responsibilities at its discretion. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Employment is at-will, and nothing in this job description is intended to create or imply a contractual relationship or alter the at-will status of the employee.