Strategic Manufacturing Controller

ALCO Designs; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Compensation

Careers Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

ALCO Designs is seeking a detailed and strategic Controller to oversee all financial operations for our manufacturing business. You will manage accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls, combining hands-on tasks with high-level financial guidance in a small company setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years progressive accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, proficiency in QuickBooks and ERP systems, and excellent Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance required; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years progressive accounting experience; manufacturing industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and inventory control.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and ERP systems; advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a small-company environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations: general ledger, AP, AR, collections, banking.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Maintain cost accounting records: inventory valuation, COGS, margin analysis.
• Monitor cash flow and prepare cash forecasts.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts; analyze variances.
• Provide financial insights to support business planning and decisions.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and coordinate with CPA for audits and tax filings.
• Strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Lead and develop accounting staff; collaborate with leadership.
• Partner with production to analyze manufacturing costs and process efficiencies.
• Support purchasing, pricing, and cost analysis decisions.
• Implement and improve financial systems and reporting tools.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Inventory control

Excel

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Tools

QuickBooks

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

ALCO Designs is seeking a detailed and strategic Controller to oversee all financial operations for our manufacturing business. You will manage accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and internal controls, combining hands-on tasks with high-level financial guidance in a small company setting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years progressive accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, proficiency in QuickBooks and ERP systems, and excellent Excel skills.