Job Description
Job Description
You've already proven you can run an effective close and lead a strong accounting function. Titles aren't what motivate you anymore.
What you want now is meaningful ownership. Real influence. The opportunity to help shape what comes next.
This is your chance to step into full accounting leadership within a company in rapid growth mode and executing on a clear expansion strategy. If building the financial foundation that supports a company doubling in size excites you, this is where your experience creates lasting impact
Controller (Manufacturing) What You Will Own and Lead
Reporting directly to the CFO, you will oversee daily accounting operations and maintain full responsibility for cost accounting and financial reporting.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Leading, mentoring, and developing the accounting team, including oversight of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and future hires as the department scales
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Full ownership of the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accurate GAAP-compliant financial reporting and complete general ledger accountability
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Preparing and reviewing monthly financial reporting packages for executive leadership
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Managing inventory accounting and comprehensive manufacturing cost accounting, including labor, material, and overhead analysis, standard costing, and overhead rate calculations
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Ensuring accurate revenue recognition within a complex manufacturing environment
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Driving cash management strategy, including forecasting and liquidity planning
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Partnering with the CFO on cash flow forecasting and financial strategy
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Designing and strengthening internal controls and scalable accounting processes to support rapid growth
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Evaluating production costs, margins, and operational efficiency metrics
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Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and long-range strategic planning initiatives
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Preparing audit schedules and serving as the primary liaison with external auditors
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Identifying and implementing ERP enhancements and system improvements to elevate reporting accuracy and operational efficiency
Controller (Manufacturing) What You Bring
Required Experience:
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Significant manufacturing accounting experience (contract manufacturing / EMS strongly preferred)
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Deep cost accounting expertise
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Strong GAAP foundation with hands-on ownership of the close process and financial statement preparation
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Experience preparing complete financial statements
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Proven leadership and team management experience
Preferred Background:
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Experience within aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, electronics, or related OEM manufacturing environments
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Public accounting experience
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CPA or CMA certification
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Experience within a public company or SOX-compliant internal control environment (valuable for future growth initiatives)
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Familiarity with JobBOSS ERP
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Exposure to DCAA or DCMA audits and government contract accounting
Controller (Manufacturing) Why This Opportunity
This role represents a meaningful growth platform — professionally and organizationally.
Base salary ranges from $165,000 to $195,000, depending on your experience and depth of manufacturing accounting expertise.
The company offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with strong employer contributions for you and your family, a generous paid time off and sick leave program, a 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution, and performance-based incentives aligned with company growth.
This is a 100% on-site position in Sacramento. Relocation assistance available.