Controller Carlsbad, CA

Controller job at Professional Search Group. Carlsbad, CA.

Professional Search Group is partnering with an innovative tech company in San Diego that is seeking a Controller to join their team. This role, reporting directly to a collaborative CFO, will be responsible for overseeing the accounting department, leading a team of five. It's an exciting opportunity for someone who can drive process improvements and establish strong financial procedures to support the company’s growth and long‑term success.

• Financial Reporting:
  Prepare and present timely and accurate financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Accounting Management:
  Oversee the team providing day‑to‑day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing and reconciliations to drive month end close.
• Compliance:
  Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards, and manage internal controls to mitigate risks.
• Audit Coordination:
  Coordinate and lead external audits, ensuring compliance with all required financial documentation and standards.
• Cash Management:
  Monitor cash flow, manage banking relationships, and optimize working capital.
• Team Leadership:
  Manage and mentor the accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

• Well funded and growing company
• Stable company with significant business pipeline
• Ground floor opportunity to own and manage the Accounting function
• Hybrid work schedule

• Bachelor's degree, in Accounting or related field.
• CPA license preferred
• Excellent ERP software user and administration skills (Netsuite preferred).
• 7+ years of related experience
• Advanced Excel skills
• Professionalism and ability to communicate well at any level
• Proven record of meeting deadlines and job requirements

Salary: $165,000 - $185,000 base

For consideration, please apply now. For questions or a confidential discussion feel free to call Carl Fink at .