Controller

CV Resources; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CV Resources is partnering with a manufacturing client serving the defense sector to recruit a Controller. The role emphasizes strong internal controls, GAAP compliance, and management of financial reporting, audits, and close processes. Office-based daily.

The ideal candidate will have manufacturing and defense-focused inventory experience, with FAR compliance and proficiency in Excel, QuickBooks, and Sage 300. CPA preferred; 5+ years cost accounting and 3+ years leadership experience expected.

Qualifications

• CPA preferred with strong GAAP and regulatory compliance experience.
• Minimum 5 years cost accounting experience, incl. government/inventory cost.
• 3+ years in management, leading an accounting department, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounting for Government (FAR) and managerial reporting.
• Prepare financial statements, cash flow projections, and operating budgets.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure audit readiness for external/regulatory reviews.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closes and related schedules.
• Supervise accounting staff and coordinate with manufacturing on inventory.

Skills

GAAP compliance

Internal controls

Cost accounting

Leadership/management

Education

CPA preferred

Bachelor's in Accounting

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

Sage 300 (Accpac)

Job description

CV Resources is partnering with manufacturing client servicing the defense sector in search for a Controller. The role is strong internal control structure, and will manage accounting operations including GAAP compliance, internal/external financial statement reporting, management of external audits, and the monthly/annual close process. This position has direct supervisory responsibilities over accounting personnel. This position is also responsible for A/R and asset management. This position is required to work in the office daily during normal business hours.

The ideal candidate will have experience with manufacturing and inventory in defense space, government contracting and and small growth companies.

Preferred candidates will demonstrate expertise in the; use of Excel and QuickBooks, Sage 300 (Accpac) or similar ERP software, and has Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) compliance training

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Responsible for managing full-cycle accounting for both Government (compliant with FAR) and Managerial accounting/reporting in compliance with GAAP
• Prepare financial statements, cash flow projections and operating budgets (monthly, quarterly and annually)
• Monitor and update internal controls to ensure financial transaction compliance meets independent and governmental audit requirements
• Manage month-end and year-end close, preparing accruals and schedules, and submit monthly and ad hoc financial reporting packages.
• Audit the process and data flow between accounting systems and sub-systems
• Monitor business performance, banking activity and cash flow
• Manage Inventory accounting and work closely with manufacturing to ensure Inventory processes are in place
• Direct purchasing related to production inventory, facilities, legal, and insurance
• Reconcile General Ledger accounts monthly, ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting records and financial systems.
• Responsible for timely reporting to external stakeholders.
• Assist CEO as required (Finance, Facilities, Contracts, Human Resources, and Insurance etc.)
• Mandatory attendance at all-hands SOC safety, security and HR meetings

Education/Experience:

CPA preferred, Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from four-year College required. At least 5 years of detailed cost accounting experience, preferably with the inclusion of government and inventory cost accounting. At least 3 years of management experience and leading an accounting department. Demonstrated "hands-on" experience in Financial Management and Accounting, Legal and Regulatory Compliance, Internal and External Auditing, Budgets/Forecasting, Inventory Management.