Strategic Finance Controller & Reporting Lead

CFS; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Work-life balance

Stable organization

Collaborative leadership

Team-building events

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

CFS in Fresno, CA is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function and partner with senior leadership to drive financial strategy. This is a high-visibility role with significant influence across the organization.

You will oversee month-end close, financial reporting, forecasting, internal controls, and process improvements while mentoring the accounting team. This full-time role offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with Controller or senior leadership experience.
• Strong technical accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting expertise.
• Proven leadership experience and ability to develop a high-performing accounting team.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, process improvement, and financial systems.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to executives.
• Strategic, hands-on leader who can manage the big picture and dive into details.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all accounting operations, including AP, AR, General Ledger, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Direct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and management reporting.
• Provide leadership with meaningful financial analysis and recommendations to support business decisions.
• Establish and strengthen accounting processes, controls, and reporting procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and financial visibility.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax professionals, and other financial partners.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Partner cross-functionally with leadership and operational teams on strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication

GAAP expertise

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Job description

CFS in Fresno, CA is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function and partner with senior leadership to drive financial strategy. This is a high-visibility role with significant influence across the organization.

You will oversee month-end close, financial reporting, forecasting, internal controls, and process improvements while mentoring the accounting team. This full-time role offers a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits.