Hands-On Controller for Growing Manufacturing Co.

ALCO Designs; Gardena, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ALCO Designs in Gardena, CA seeks a detail-oriented Controller to oversee all financial operations for our manufacturing firm. The role combines hands-on accounting with strategic financial planning, including monthly closing, cost accounting, inventory valuation, and margin analysis.

You will partner with operations to improve process efficiencies, manage budgeting and forecasting, ensure GAAP compliance, and prepare timely financial reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting required; CPA/CMA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years progressive accounting experience in manufacturing.
• Strong GAAP knowledge, cost accounting, and inventory control.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and ERP systems; advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations including GL, AP, AR, collections, and banking.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end closings.
• Maintain cost accounting records, inventory valuation, COGS, and margins.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare cash forecasts.
• Analyze budgets and forecasts; provide financial insights to leadership.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and coordinate with external CPA for filings and audits.
• Support operations with cost analysis and process improvements.
• Lead and develop accounting staff and communicate financial performance to management.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Attention to detail

Strategic thinking

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

ALCO Designs in Gardena, CA seeks a detail-oriented Controller to oversee all financial operations for our manufacturing firm. The role combines hands-on accounting with strategic financial planning, including monthly closing, cost accounting, inventory valuation, and margin analysis.

You will partner with operations to improve process efficiencies, manage budgeting and forecasting, ensure GAAP compliance, and prepare timely financial reports.