Manufacturing Controller - Cost & Ops Finance Leader

Alliance Resource Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance Resource Group seeks a hands-on Controller to oversee its accounting and finance function within a manufacturing environment in Los Angeles. You will lead the month-end close, strengthen internal controls, and partner with operations to drive performance.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in cost accounting, inventory management, and operational finance, with a track record of building scalable processes and guiding cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership in manufacturing.
• Experience leading month-end close, financial reporting, and accounting operations.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, standard costing, and inventory accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel for financial analysis.
• Proficiency with U.S. GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close per U.S. GAAP.
• Oversee GL, A/P, A/R, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Maintain internal controls, policies, and financial reporting processes.
• Coordinate annual audits with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, and overall financial performance.
• Oversee cost accounting, standard costing, and inventory controls.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and development of financial models and dashboards.
• Lead and mentor accounting team and partner with operations for profitability.

Skills

Cost accounting

Manufacturing finance

Financial analysis

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

U.S. GAAP

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Alliance Resource Group seeks a hands-on Controller to oversee its accounting and finance function within a manufacturing environment in Los Angeles. You will lead the month-end close, strengthen internal controls, and partner with operations to drive performance.

The ideal candidate brings deep experience in cost accounting, inventory management, and operational finance, with a track record of building scalable processes and guiding cross-functional teams.