Strategic Corporate Controller: Scale Finance & ERP

Talent Elite Group; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Bonus potential

Job summary

Talent Elite Group is seeking a Corporate Controller to build and lead the accounting function during a high-growth phase. This hands-on leadership role offers visibility to executive leadership and direct impact on scaling the business.

The role is onsite in Orange County, with compensation of $200,000–$250,000 plus bonus and equity and the opportunity to help implement an ERP system and support future M&A activity.

Qualifications

• CPA is required; Big 4 or national firm background preferred
• 5–10+ years of experience in public company or high-growth tech environments
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and technical accounting
• Experience with ERP systems (NetSuite) and implementations
• Solid understanding of SOX and internal controls
• Proven ability to scale processes, shorten close, and improve reporting

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly/quarterly close and deliver accurate, timely financials
• Lead U.S. GAAP reporting, including ASC 606, ASC 842
• Drive ERP selection and implementation
• Build and enhance internal controls (SOX readiness)
• Partner cross-functionally to improve financial visibility and decision-making
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Support SEC reporting and external audits
• Hire, develop, and scale a high-performing accounting team
• Support M&A and integration efforts

Skills

Public company experience

Big 4 background

U.S. GAAP

Technical accounting

Leadership

M&A experience

Education

CPA certification

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Talent Elite Group is seeking a Corporate Controller to build and lead the accounting function during a high-growth phase. This hands-on leadership role offers visibility to executive leadership and direct impact on scaling the business.

The role is onsite in Orange County, with compensation of $200,000–$250,000 plus bonus and equity and the opportunity to help implement an ERP system and support future M&A activity.