Corporate Controller

CooperDouglas; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Equity

Full benefits

Job summary

CooperDouglas is seeking a seasoned Corporate Controller to lead the accounting and financial reporting function in a public company setting. This onsite role focuses on month-end close, SEC reporting, and internal control, while partnering with executives on forecasting and margin analysis.

Ideal candidates have 15+ years in accounting, CPA, Big 4 experience, and hands-on SEC reporting, with a startup mindset within a public company. Salary up to $250k base plus bonus, equity, and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; master's preferred.
• Active CPA license.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience in public company/BIG4.
• Hands-on SEC reporting experience (10-K/10-Q).
• SOX, standard costing, multi-entity accounting knowledge.
• Strong leadership and executive communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close under US GAAP.
• Oversee SEC reporting including 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K filings, earnings releases, statements, footnotes.
• Coordinate filings deliverables, memos, and auditor requests across priorities.
• Coordinate quarterly reviews and annual audit with independent auditors.
• Own internal control environment, including SOX compliance oversight.
• Research and implement new guidance; write technical memos.
• Oversee inventory, cost accounting, international entities, intercompany, tax, payroll.
• Provide deal support for financings, M&A, and strategic transactions.
• Partner with executives on forecasting and margin analysis; drive automation/AI.

Skills

Corporate accounting

SEC reporting

SOX compliance

Financial analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Automation/AI tools

Job description

CooperDouglas is partnering with a publicly traded technology manufacturer to hire a Controller to lead its accounting and financial reporting function. This is a hands-on, high-impact seat for a seasoned Corporate Controller who wants to operate with a startup mindset inside a public company environment. You will own the month-end close, SEC reporting, and the internal control environment, while serving as a trusted finance partner to executive leadership. This role splits its focus between public company compliance and business enablement, making it ideal for a leader who thrives on ownership and pace.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting under US GAAP.
• Oversee SEC reporting, including review of Form 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings, earnings releases, financial statements, and footnotes.
• Manage deliverables and timelines across filings, technical accounting memos, and external auditor requests, keeping multiple priorities on track simultaneously.
• Coordinate quarterly reviews and the annual audit with the independent auditors.
• Own the internal control environment, including SOX compliance oversight.
• Research and implement new accounting and regulatory guidance, and write clear technical accounting memos.
• Oversee inventory and cost accounting, standard costing, international entities, intercompany reconciliations, tax, and equity and payroll administration.
• Provide deal support for financings, M&A, and other strategic transactions.
• Partner with executive leadership on forecasting and margin analysis, and drive process improvement through automation and AI tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; Master's degree preferred.
• Active CPA license required.
• 15+ years of progressive accounting experience, including Big 4 or similar public accounting (not internship).
• Prior experience as a Corporate Controller at a public company, with hands-on SEC reporting (10-K and 10-Q) experience.
• Working knowledge of SOX compliance, standard costing, and multi-entity accounting, with comfort using modern finance systems, spreadsheets, and automation or AI tools.
• Self-motivated, career-driven leader who takes ownership, steps up on a lean team, and communicates confidently with executives.

This is an onsite role in the South Bay of Los Angeles. Compensation up to $250,000 base + annual bonus + equity + full benefits!