Controller

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Controller who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings both strategic insight and positive, contagious energy. This leader will guide a talented accounting team, strengthen financial operations, and partner closely with leadership across the organization.

If you have a strong background in manufacturing or construction, a passion for building high-performing teams, and the communication skills to collaborate across all levels of the company, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor the accounting team, fostering a collaborative, performance-driven culture.
• Oversee all core accounting functions, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, job costing, inventory accounting, and month-end close.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, dashboards, and management reports.
• Strengthen internal controls, financial policies, and operational processes.
• Partner with operations, project managers, and leadership to provide clear financial insights that support decision-making.
• Manage external relationships with auditors, tax advisors, banks, and insurance partners.
• Drive continuous improvement, identifying ways to increase accuracy, efficiency, and transparency.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and annual planning.
• Stay current on relevant regulations and maintain compliance across the organization.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA is a plus.
• 5+ years of accounting leadership experience, ideally within manufacturing, construction, or other project-driven industries.
• Deep knowledge of job costing, WIP reporting, inventory accounting, and operational finance.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial controls.
• Exceptional communication skills - able to translate financial information clearly and confidently.
• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to motivate, inspire, and develop a team.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to execute in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• High integrity, professionalism, and a solutions-oriented mindset.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Opportunity to lead a strong department and help shape its long-term success.
• A culture that values energy, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• The chance to make a real operational and financial impact across the organization.
• A dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.