Controller, Accounting, Accounting Manager

Controller – Manufacturing | Public/Private Environment

South Bay, California

We are partnering with a growing manufacturing company in the South Bay to identify a controller with strong SEC reporting experience and a background spanning public accounting and industry. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and building scalable processes to support continued growth.

• Lead all accounting operations, including month-end close, inventory and cost accounting, payroll oversight, tax coordination, and stock-based compensation
• Prepare and review accurate, timely financial statements and internal reports
• Manage SEC reporting, including 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings
• Oversee inventory valuation, standard costing, and variance analysis within a manufacturing environment
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls in a SOX-compliant environment
• Partner with operations and supply chain leadership to improve cost visibility and efficiency
• Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors; lead quarterly reviews and annual audits
• Interpret and apply U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements, ensuring proper accounting treatment and disclosures
• Drive process improvements across accounting systems and reporting workflows
• Manage reporting timelines to ensure deadlines are consistently met
• Support audits, system implementations, and other strategic initiatives

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred
• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and manufacturing industry experience
• Strong SEC reporting experience in a public or public/private company environment
• Deep knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and standard costing
• Experience with ERP systems and inventory/costing modules
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and SOX/internal controls
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong communication skills and ability to partner cross-functionally
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

This is an opportunity to take on a highly visible role within a growing manufacturing organization and help build a scalable financial infrastructure.