Finance Director | Financial Controller

LHH; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + bonus potential

Retirement plans with company contribution

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

LHH is searching for a Controller based in Vacaville, California, to lead the accounting and financial planning operations across various entities. This strategic role will involve partnering with executive leadership to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in accounting or finance, with a strong grasp of GAAP and financial reporting. Leadership skills are essential, as well as the ability to influence cross-functional teams. Competitive salary and benefits are on offer.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• Strong leadership responsibilities in prior roles.
• Ability to build financial models and conduct variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead all regional accounting operations including AR and payroll.
• Oversee the monthly close process and ensure accurate reporting.
• Mentor and lead a high-performing accounting team.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

FP&A

Advanced Excel and data analysis

Leadership and mentoring

Budgeting and forecasting

Cross-functional partnership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA and/or MBA Preferred

Job description

A well-established and growing organization is seeking a Controller to lead accounting and financial planning efforts across multiple operating entities. This is a highly visible, strategic role partnering closely with operations and executive leadership to drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term planning.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead all regional accounting operations including AR, billing, payroll, and purchasing
• Oversee the monthly close process and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting
• Establish and maintain internal controls and accounting best practices
• Serve as the primary finance business partner to operational leaders, advising on profitability and strategic decisions
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and 5-year financial planning models
• Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights to leadership
• Support pricing and rate-setting processes, including financial modeling and presenting in public forums when needed
• Build financial models for RFPs, bids, contract renewals, and labor negotiations
• Oversee audit processes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Review financial components of contracts, agreements, and leases
• Prepare government filings, tax reports, and specialized financial reports
• Lead and mentor a high-performing accounting team
• Partner cross-functionally with IT and operations on system and process improvements
• Lead business planning including capital & operating budgets, forecasting, and recovery plans
• Drive financial modeling (pro forma) for new business and contract renewals
• Conduct contract & franchise rate reviews to support profitability
• Oversee financial reporting, audits, and compliance (including audit sign-off)
• Strengthen internal controls and financial processes
• Provide financial support for contract negotiations & labor agreements (CBAs)

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience (public or industry) with leadership responsibility
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and FP&A
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills (pivot tables, modeling, etc.)
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling
• Ability to influence stakeholders and partner with cross-functional leadership
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• CPA and/or MBA preferred

Why This Role Stands Out

• High-impact, strategic leadership role with visibility to senior executives
• Opportunity to influence long-term financial direction and operational success
• Dynamic environment blending accounting, FP&A, and business partnership
• Strong culture focused on collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement
• Competitive base salary + bonus potential
• Retirement plans with company contribution
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers