Controller, Accounting, Financial Reporting

Colleen McAuliffe at Robert Half is looking for an experienced Controller with CPA and experience in Semiconductor industry with hands on SEC experience to lead the accounting function for a growing public technology manufacturer based in San Jose, California. This role will guide global accounting activities, strengthen financial governance, and support accurate reporting in a dynamic, fast-scaling environment. The position offers the opportunity to partner closely with senior leadership while helping the organization build processes that support continued expansion.

Responsibilities:
• Direct the full accounting cycle across global operations, including close management, inventory accounting, payroll coordination, equity-related accounting, and tax oversight.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with reporting standards.
• Lead quarterly and annual public company filing activities and maintain compliance with all external reporting obligations.
• Develop, refine, and enforce accounting policies, operational procedures, and internal control practices across the organization.
• Serve as the primary finance contact for external auditors, coordinating quarterly reviews, annual audits, and follow-up actions.
• Partner with finance, legal, operations, and executive stakeholders on business initiatives such as fundraising efforts, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions.
• Evaluate new accounting pronouncements and regulatory developments, then implement required changes across reporting processes.
• Drive improvements in reporting workflows, compliance tracking, and finance automation to increase efficiency and scalability.
• Support internal audit activity, regulatory inquiries, and other cross-functional projects tied to corporate governance and financial oversight.