Financial Controller

HR Advisors, Inc.; Laguna Hills (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Advisors, Inc. in Laguna Hills, CA, seeks an experienced Financial Controller to lead our accounting and tax functions in-house. This hands-on role requires strong technical accounting, tax expertise, and strategic insight to support growth.

You will supervise the Staff Accountant, deliver timely financial statements, manage budgeting and tax filings, and develop corporate tax strategy across multi-state operations. CPA is required; GAAP compliance and internal controls are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
• Active CPA license required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with 4+ years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting Manager role with direct tax responsibility.
• Experience transitioning away from outsourced tax services is highly preferred.
• Background in professional services or consulting firms strongly preferred (project accounting, revenue recognition, utilization reporting).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, tax regulations, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor the current Staff Accountant on AP, AR, invoicing, remittances, reconciliations, and month‑end close.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) and management reports on weekly/monthly basis.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and client/project profitability analysis.
• Take full ownership of corporate tax preparation, filings, and multi‑state compliance (federal, state, and local), eliminating reliance on external CPA services.
• Develop and execute corporate tax strategy, including tax planning, provisions, and optimization opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and accounting processes.
• Deliver financial insights to support strategic decision‑making and cash flow management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and system enhancements.

Skills

CPA license

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Tax planning

Leadership

Excel

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

NetSuite

Job description

We are a fast growing 30-person consulting firm based in Laguna Hills, CA with a satellite office in Philadelphia, PA. We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead our accounting and tax functions internally. This role will eliminate the need for our current third-party CPA by taking full ownership of tax preparation, filings, and corporate tax strategy.

Position Summary

The Financial Controller will oversee all accounting operations, manage our Staff Accountant, and serve as the primary internal leader for financial reporting, compliance, and tax matters. This is a hands‑on role that combines strong technical accounting, tax expertise, and strategic insight to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor the current Staff Accountant on AP, AR, invoicing, remittances, reconciliations, and month‑end close.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) and management reports on weekly/monthly basis.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and client/project profitability analysis.
• Take full ownership of corporate tax preparation, filings, and multi‑state compliance (federal, state, and local), eliminating reliance on external CPA services.
• Develop and execute corporate tax strategy, including tax planning, provisions, and optimization opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls and accounting processes.
• Deliver financial insights to support strategic decision‑making and cash flow management.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and system enhancements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
• Active CPA license required.
• Significant experience with corporate tax preparation, filings, and tax strategy required.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 4+ years in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or Senior Accounting Manager role with direct tax responsibility.
• Experience transitioning away from outsourced tax services is highly preferred.
• Background in professional services or consulting firms strongly preferred (project accounting, revenue recognition, utilization reporting).
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, tax regulations, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar) and advanced Excel skills.
• Proven leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.