Controller

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking a Controller to lead the accounting function in a manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes accurate month-end and year-end close, reliable financial reporting, and collaboration with leadership to support growth and strategic initiatives.

The Controller will oversee payroll, AP, and AR, drive cost accounting initiatives, and partner with operations to optimize inventory and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead an accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close process.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and monthly reporting packages.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and quarterly financial reviews.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions.
• Monitor revenue, expenses, and overall financial performance.
• Gather, evaluate, and present financial data to leadership.
• Set performance goals for accounting staff and provide coaching.

Skills

Cost accounting

Inventory management

GAAP

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Close process

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Controller

About the Company and Opportunity:

Join a long-standing, reputable manufacturing organization that’s been operating successfully for over 20 years. This is a key leadership role within a stable, family-oriented culture where collaboration, integrity, and growth are highly valued. The company offers a competitive compensation package, strong bonus potential, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the finance function.

Salary:

$150,000–$170,000 + Bonus

Role Overview:

The Controller will oversee all accounting operations and play a critical role in driving financial accuracy and supporting strategic initiatives. This position is responsible for ensuring timely month-end and year-end close processes, delivering reliable financial reporting, supporting budgeting and forecasting efforts, and driving cost accounting initiatives. The role also oversees AP, AR, and payroll, while partnering closely with leadership to support ongoing growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual close process
• Prepare and analyze financial statements and monthly reporting packages
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and quarterly financial reviews
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions
• Monitor revenue, expenses, and overall financial performance
• Gather, evaluate, and present financial data to leadership
• Set performance goals for accounting staff, provide coaching, and support professional development
• Tracking and analyzing product costs, labor, and overhead
• Preparing standard cost reports and variance analyses
• Identifying opportunities for cost reductions and process improvements
• Collaborating with operations to optimize inventory valuation and cost controls

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
• 2+ years in a supervisory or leadership role
• Manufacturing industry experience highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and GAAP

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