Strategic Controller for Space Tech Growth

Financeroles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwood Space is seeking a Controller to serve as the financial backbone of the organization, designing and implementing systems, driving forecasting, and delivering executive‑level insights while managing core AP/AR functions with accuracy. You will help shape the company’s financial DNA as it scales.

You will lead transition of accounting functions, build robust controls, partner with leadership on capital strategy, and provide timely financial reporting to the board and investors, enabling

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (CPA or CMA a plus).
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including controller roles.
• Start-up or manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite or similar).
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, ASC 606 and internal controls.
• Hands-on and detail-oriented, able to handle transactional tasks and strategic projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the in‑house transition of accounting functions (monthly close, AP/AR, payroll management, revenue recognition & cost accounting systems design).
• Build and oversee the company’s financial infrastructure, implement functional accounting strategies, reporting frameworks, and internal controls.
• Partner with leadership on business planning, capital strategy, and operational decision‑making.
• Provide timely and insightful financial reporting to executives, board members, and investors.
• Establish and champion company‑wide financial controls that promote financial discipline and ROI‑driven spending.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high‑performing finance team as the company scales.
• Evaluate and implement financial systems and tools that enable growth and efficiency.
• Support external audits, tax filings, and investor reporting.
• AP duties: process vendor invoices, reconcile statements, manage reimbursements and card reconciliations.
• AR duties: generate invoices, monitor collections, reconcile accounts, and support cash flow forecasting.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business

Tools

NetSuite

SQL experience

Job description

Northwood Space is seeking a Controller to serve as the financial backbone of the organization, designing and implementing systems, driving forecasting, and delivering executive‑level insights while managing core AP/AR functions with accuracy. You will help shape the company’s financial DNA as it scales.

You will lead transition of accounting functions, build robust controls, partner with leadership on capital strategy, and provide timely financial reporting to the board and investors, enabling