Controller, Accounting, Financial Compliance

We always do the right thing, the right way.

Job Title:

Controller

Job

Location:

San Marcos, CA (On-site)

Department:
Finance

Reports To:

Wire & Cable Director of Finance

Job Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $120,000 - $170,000 per year + Incentive Compensation

Summary

At Aptiv Interconnect, we inspire the world's most innovative teams by doing the right thing, the right way. We are seeking a strategic, high-caliber Controller to lead the finance function transformation, buildout, and development of the accounting and controlling team at our San Marcos, CA facility.

In this role, you will work on-site to own the future of accounting and controllership as we scale up the business. You will directly drive the team's capabilities for quality and timely decision-making by ensuring accurate financial results accompanied by sound internal controls, all while partnering closely with leadership to maximize site profit and cash flow.

• Financial Oversight & Reporting:
  Oversee the monthly accounting close process, standard costing, revenue recognition, inventory valuation, fixed assets, payroll, and accurate financial statement reporting to Corporate in accordance with US GAAP.
• System & Process Optimization:
  Develop accounting processes, systems, policies, rollout, and documentation—including ASC
  606—and establish tight controls over WIP and open work orders.
• Internal Controls & Compliance:
  Ensure strict adherence to standard accounting principles, company policies, internal controls, Sarbanes-Oxley, and government contract compliance.
• Team Mentorship & Growth:
  Coach and grow the finance team, instilling a high accountability/ownership mindset and driving best practices through standardized work.

• Operational & Commercial Insight:
  Partner with Business Unit leadership, General Managers, and Operations to analyze financial drivers, evaluate New Business Opportunities, and support customer quoting and investment decisions.
• Forecasting & Analytics:
  Develop and execute a new analytics and metrics-based forecasting tool and process to enable real-time, fact-based decision-making.
• Strategic Growth & Due Diligence:
  Support cost/headcount controls, value drivers, productivity/continuous improvement, and drive financial due diligence and integration for new acquisitions.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 10 years of accounting experience with a background of closing books accurately with minimal or no audit adjustments.
• Industry Domain:
  Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Leadership
  
  Experience:
  
  Minimum of 10 years of experience leading teams and managing people.

• Certifications:
  
  CPA or CMA preferred;
  Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) working knowledge is a plus.
• Systems Proficiency:
  Google Workspace, ADP, and EPICOR ERP.
• Core Competencies:
  
  Strong analytical, intellectual rigor, problem-solving, and communication skills; experience operating in a high-accountability/metrics-driven environment.

• Base Salary Range: $120,000 - $170,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications.
• Incentive Compensation: AIP target 15%.
• Benefits & Perks:
  Comprehensive healthcare coverage, 401k, paid time off, and continuous professional development opportunities. Learn more at Winchester Interconnect Careers.

Aptiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities). We adhere to all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination and strictly prohibit workplace harassment of any kind.