Financial Controller

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Life and disability insurance

Annual bonus opportunity

Job summary

Our client, LHH Recruitment Solutions, seeks an experienced Controller to lead all accounting and financial reporting activities in a hands-on role. You will manage the month-end close, financial statements, budgeting support, internal controls, and a growing accounting team.

The ideal candidate will bring 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, and the ability to drive process improvements while overseeing day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing month-end close, audits, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting function including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies.
• Partner with executive leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury activities.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and accounting system enhancements.
• Analyze financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to support business decisions.
• Hire, develop, mentor, and lead accounting team members.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Team management

Budgeting

ERP systems

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Compensation: $140,000 - $190,000 annually, depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to lead all accounting and financial reporting activities while driving process improvements and operational excellence. This role will oversee the month-end close process, financial statement preparation, budgeting support, internal controls, and team leadership. The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting professional who can operate strategically while remaining involved in day-to-day accounting operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the accounting function, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and financial reporting.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Develop, implement, and maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies.
• Partner with executive leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury activities.
• Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies.
• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Drive process improvements, automation initiatives, and accounting system enhancements.
• Analyze financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to support business decisions.
• Hire, develop, mentor, and lead accounting team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing month-end close, audits, and internal controls.
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop accounting teams.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, technology, professional services, or other complex operating environments.
• Experience with ERP implementations, system upgrades, or business process transformation initiatives.
• Public accounting background is a plus.

Benefits may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Annual bonus opportunity

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable, the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.