Job Description
Job Title: Controller
Job Description
The Finance & Accounting Manager oversees all financial operations, including accounting, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, tax compliance, and financial reporting. This role ensures accurate and timely financial data to support strategic decision-making and maintain regulatory compliance. The manager will also support the CFO, lead special projects, and uphold internal controls to safeguard company assets.
Responsibilities
+ Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and audits, ensuring timely dissemination of financial data.
+ Manage all accounting operations, including general ledger, tax filings, payroll, and compliance.
+ Utilize accounting systems, ERP tools, and Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
+ Collaborate with CFO, team members, and external stakeholders; present financial data clearly.
+ Ensure compliance with financial regulations and uphold integrity in all financial dealings.
Essential Skills
+ 10+ years in financial leadership roles.
+ Expertise in GAAP, Tax Compliance, Payroll, Accounts Receivable/Payable.
+ CPA certification required.
+ Strong proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel functions.
+ Demonstrated communication proficiency in leadership or cross-functional roles.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
+ Experience with financial systems implementation or upgrades.
+ Familiarity with corporate tax strategy and audit preparation.
+ Project management skills, enabling leadership of special initiatives and custom report compilation.
+ Performance management experience in overseeing departmental workflows.
Work Environment
This is a full-time, exempt position that is fully onsite. The company offers a dynamic and evolving workplace with a culture that values solutions-oriented leadership and a collaborative, transparent work style.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $145000.00 - $160000.00/yr.
Inferred Internal BenefitsCareer Advancement
Clear path to VP of Finance within 1-2 years.High visibility with executive leadership and the board.Professional Development
Opportunity to lead a major SAP implementation.Hands-on experience with cost accounting transformation in a manufacturing setting.Leadership Autonomy
Direct management of AR/AP with no middle management layer.Broad scope of responsibility in a lean, agile finance team.Strategic Influence
Regular interaction with the President and Board.Ability to shape financial reporting and internal controls.Workplace Culture
Emphasis on a positive, solutions-oriented leadership style.Encouragement of proactive problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration.Location Stability
Preference for candidates near Santa Clarita, CA, suggesting a stable, on-site role with potential for community and work-life balance.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Santa Clarita,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 11, 2025.
About Aston Carter:
Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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