Controller

Talent Elite Group; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Job summary

Talent Elite Group is seeking a Corporate Controller to build and lead the accounting function during a high-growth phase. This hands-on leadership role offers visibility to executive leadership and a direct impact on scaling the business, onsite in Orange County.

You will own the close, reporting, and controls environment, help implement an ERP system, and support future M&A activity. CPA required with Big 4 background preferred.

Qualifications

• CPA required; Big 4 or national firm background preferred.
• 5–10+ years in public company or high-growth tech environments.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting.
• Experience writing KS and Qs; ERP implementation経験.
• SOX/internal controls expertise; ability to scale processes.
• Hands-on leadership with the ability to lead and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly/quarterly close and deliver accurate financials.
• Lead U.S. GAAP reporting and technical accounting (ASC 606, 842).
• Drive ERP selection and implementation.
• Build and enhance internal controls (SOX readiness).
• Partner cross-functionally to improve financial visibility and decision-making.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Support SEC reporting and external audits.
• Hire, develop, and scale a high-performing accounting team.
• Support M&A and integration efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Public company experience

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Education

CPA

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Actively hiring Corporate Controller to build and lead the accounting function during a high-growth phase. This is a hands‑on leadership role with visibility to executive leadership and direct impact on scaling the business.

You’ll own the close, reporting, and controls environment while helping implement an ERP system and support future M&A activity. Ideal for a Big 4‑trained CPA or public company leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments.

Role is onsite Orange County

Compensation: $200,000 - $250,000 + bonus + equity

What You’ll Do

• Own the monthly/quarterly close and deliver accurate, timely financials
• Lead U.S. GAAP reporting, including technical accounting (ASC 606, 842)
• Drive ERP selection and implementation
• Build and enhance internal controls (SOX readiness)
• Partner cross-functionally to improve financial visibility and decision‑making
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Support SEC reporting and external audits
• Hire, develop, and scale a high‑performing accounting team
• Support M&A and integration efforts

What You Bring

• CPA required; Big 4 or national firm background strongly preferred
• 5-10+ years of experience in public company or high‑growth tech environments
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting
• Ability to write Ks and Qs
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and implementations
• Solid understanding of SOX and internal controls
• Proven ability to scale processes, shorten close, and improve reporting
• Hands‑on, roll‑up‑your‑sleeves mentality with strong leadership skills

Why Join

• High‑impact role with direct exposure to executive leadership
• Opportunity to build and scale the accounting function