Controller - (Multi-Site) (Manufacturing Environment)

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Site Controller – Aerospace Manufacturing

Location: Stockton, CA

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $126,500 - $155,000

About the Company:
Join a leading aerospace company that designs, fabricates, and tests mission-critical components for top innovators like SpaceX, NASA, Northrop Grumman, and Boeing. We are committed to precision, quality, and performance, and we’re looking for talented professionals to help take aerospace technology to new heights.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a hands-on Site Controller to lead all accounting functions at our manufacturing site. This role oversees General Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, and financial reporting while partnering closely with Operations, Purchasing, and other cross-functional teams. The Site Controller ensures accurate financial reporting, cost efficiency, and strong internal controls, while serving as a strategic financial partner to site leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations: General Accounting, AR, AP, Payroll.
• Manage monthly close process and ensure GAAP-compliant financial results.
• Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses.
• Ensure proper processing of customer billings, cash receipts, vendor payments, and payroll.
• Maintain internal controls and segregation of duties across accounting functions.
• Collaborate with HR for payroll, benefit accruals, and reporting.
• Oversee revenue recognition and compliance with accounting standards.
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures, ensuring audit readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement in processes, controls, and close efficiency.
• Support ERP optimization and post-merger integration initiatives.
• Mentor and develop accounting staff.
• Collaborate with Cost Accounting to ensure accurate financial statements and margin improvement.
• Provide financial oversight of inventory, cost accounting, and operational performance.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (required).
• CPA preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with leadership of accounting teams.
• Manufacturing experience required; aerospace/defense strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• ERP experience required; Visibility ERP a plus.
• Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in both hands-on and leadership capacities.

Additional Information:

• This role requires eligibility under ITAR regulations (U.S. person).
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer: all qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants as required by law.

Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience; benefits package included. Pay range available where required by law.

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Company Description

For over 30 years, clients and candidates have entrusted AtWork to provide workforce solutions nationwide. With over 75 offices nationwide, AtWork specialize in executive, professional, commercial, and government verticals. AtWork utilizes a collaborative approach where we deliver quick, high-quality results. Our customizable service portfolio focuses on direct-hire and flexible workforce solutions. Since 1986, AtWork has continued to be an award-recognized leader in the staffing industry by clients, candidates, and industry professionals.