Controller

Century Group; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Group is partnering with a client seeking a Controller to join their team in Santa Barbara, CA. Exact compensation may vary, with a starting base salary of $180,000 to $225,000 per year.

The role oversees accounting and finance operations, month-end close, and policy development to support regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and 10+ years of progressive experience, including leadership responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting, auditing, or financial management experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Previous experience with accounting systems, financial software, cash management, and budgeting processes.
• Ability to analyze complex financial information and communicate insights to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and finance operations, including financial reporting, cash management, budgeting, and compliance activities.
• Lead month end and year end close processes while preparing financial statements, analyses, and management reports.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and risk management procedures to support operational effectiveness.
• Manage audit preparation, coordinate with external auditors, and ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Provide leadership to the accounting team through mentoring, performance management, and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication with executives

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business

Advanced degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Century Group is partnering with a client that is seeking a Controller to join their team. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Expected starting base salary of $180,000 to $225,000 per year.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and finance operations, including financial reporting, cash management, budgeting, and compliance activities.
• Lead month end and year end close processes while preparing financial statements, analyses, and management reports.
• Develop and maintain accounting policies, internal controls, and risk management procedures to support operational effectiveness.
• Manage audit preparation, coordinate with external auditors, and ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements.
• Provide leadership to the accounting team through mentoring, performance management, and process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• A Bachelor\'s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting, auditing, or financial management experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting standards, internal controls, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Previous experience with accounting systems, financial software, cash management, and budgeting processes.
• Ability to analyze complex financial information and communicate insights to executive leadership and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related discipline.
• Strong leadership and team development skills with the ability to guide and motivate accounting professionals.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem solving abilities with strong attention to detail.
• Prior experience with investment management, financing arrangements, risk mitigation, and strategic financial planning.
• Highly professional and self directed with the ability to handle confidential information and perform effectively under tight deadlines.

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