Controller

Conexus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Conexus, an established entertainment company in Los Angeles, seeks a hands-on Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This leadership role requires an experienced accounting professional who can manage day-to-day activities while partnering with senior management to support growth and performance.

The ideal candidate will fuse strong technical accounting skills with a practical, business-oriented approach and the ability to lead a small

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including oversight of core accounting functions.
• CPA strongly preferred; entertainment industry experience is a plus.
• Public accounting experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, and financial reporting.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure timely financial statements.
• Prepare financial reporting packages, cash flow projections, variance analyses, and KPIs.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff; maintain strong internal controls.
• Coordinate annual audits and support consolidated financial reporting.
• Lead budgeting and monitor performance against targets.
• Provide financial insights to executive leadership and support strategic decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems, and reporting efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Excel skills

Internal controls

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP software

Microsoft Excel

Accounting systems

Job description

An established entertainment company is seeking a hands-on Controller to oversee its accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. This is a key leadership role for an experienced accounting professional who can manage day-to-day financial activities while partnering with senior management to support business performance and growth.

The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting skills with a practical, business-oriented approach and the ability to manage a small accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial reporting.
• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
• Prepare financial reporting packages, including financial statements, cash flow projections, variance analyses, and key performance indicators.
• Supervise and develop accounting staff, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and accountability.
• Prepare account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
• Maintain strong internal controls and implement improvements to accounting policies and procedures.
• Support consolidated financial reporting and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Coordinate annual audits and prepare supporting documentation.
• Lead annual budgeting and monitor financial performance against established targets.
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and support operational decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, systems, and reporting efficiency.
• Support special projects and additional financial analysis as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience overseeing core accounting functions.
• CPA strongly preferred; candidates with relevant entertainment industry / entertainment services experience will also be considered.
• Public accounting experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience managing accounting staff and overseeing AP/AR operations.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with accounting systems.

Why This Opportunity

• Broad accounting leadership responsibility within an established business.
• Direct interaction with senior management.
• Opportunity to improve financial processes, reporting, and internal controls.
• Hands-on role offering both operational ownership and strategic involvement.