Controller

BYD North America; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in California seeks a Controller to oversee accounting, reporting, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of managerial experience, preferably in a manufacturing context, and a strong grasp of GAAP accounting. Responsibilities include ensuring accounting policies are followed, working with external auditors, and leading financial analysis reviews. The position offers a competitive salary range of $130,000 to $150,000 annually, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of accounting manager/controller experience, preferably in manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor degree in Finance or Accounting or other related fields.
• CPA preferred.
• SAP experience is preferred.
• Highly motivated and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Ensure GAAP compliant accounting policies and processes are followed.
• Maintain and improve company accounting systems.
• Work with external auditors to provide financial data.
• Work with accounting firm on tax returns.
• Participate in financial reviews with operations team.

Skills

GAAP accounting

Communication skills

Leadership

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor degree in Finance or Accounting

CPA

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

The Controller will play key roles in providing guidance for accounting, reporting and compliance/controls for Ride Group. The candidate will lead accounting team to meet various deadlines as well as take initiatives to improve processes. The candidate needs to be experienced in GAAP accounting and complex accounting issues. The candidate needs to be dynamic and a team player. The following description is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Management retains the discretion of adding or changing the duties of the position at any time.

Responsibilities

• To ensure GAAP compliant accounting policies and processes are fully established and properly followed for accounting and reporting of business transactions. Be able to draft accounting memos with external support.
• Maintain and improve company accounting systems, chart of accounts, lead monthly and annual closing, lead monthly account analysis and follow up to resolve outstanding issues. Lead consolidation of financial statements and preparation of footnotes of financial statements.
• To work with external auditors by providing financial data and information as well as explanations. Coordinate among functions resolve various audit issues to ensure audit is completed as planned.
• To work with accounting firm on tax returns, provide financial, reconciliations as wells explanations as necessary for accounting firm to complete Be able to perform deferred tax accounting with external support.
• Participate in financial reviews with operations team, team up with financial planning and analysis team to perform related functions including budgeting and analysis.
• Work as leader in company internal controls, make sure internal controls are put in place for all critical business processes and all business risks are Lead self-audits across company to establish good business practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of accounting manager/controller experience, preferably in manufacturing environment
• Bachelor degree of Finance or Accounting or other related fields.
• CPA preferred
• SAP experience is preferred.
• Highly motivated and be able to work independently.
• Strong communication skills and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Location

BYD America Corporation/ BYD Motors, Inc./BYD Coach &Bus LLC/BYD Energy LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, religious creed, physical disability, mental disability, age, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.

Pay Range

$130,000-$150,000 Annually

Equal Employment Opportunity

BYD North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or other legally protected statuses. This description reflects the current requirements of the role and may be subject to change.