Financial Controller; Apparel Manufacturing

We are seeking a Financial Controller with proven expertise in U.S. apparel manufacturing finance to lead our financial operations, strengthen internal controls, and partner closely with production, sourcing, and executive leadership. Operating at a large scale on Quick Books Online requires a true Guardian mindset
—someone who can manage massive transaction volumes, ensure data integrity, and protect margins in a fast‑moving, deadline‑driven environment.

This role is ideal for a high‑horsepower financial leader who understands the complexities of overseas production, inventory‑in‑transit, and big‑box/club‑store distribution in the U.S.

• Full ownership of financial operations
  : AP, AR, GL, payroll, and institutional‑grade financial reporting.
• Ensure high annual revenue transactions are accurately captured in QBO, bridging the gap between high‑volume operational data and the General Ledger.
• Lead the month‑end and year‑end close
  , including consolidations, accruals, reconciliations, and comprehensive audit preparation.
• Oversee cost accounting for raw materials, trims, labor, overhead, WIP, and finished goods.
• Serve as the primary lead for Factoring relationships
  , A/R financing, and bank borrowing base certificates.
• Establish and enforce checks and balances to validate production cost sheets (managed by the COO) against actual bank outflows and factory invoices.
• Manage the cash‑flow gap between overseas factory deposits and large‑scale wholesale collections.
• Lead year‑end financial reviews/audits and ensure GAAP compliance across multi‑state and international operations.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Sourcing, Logistics, and Executive Leadership to improve processes, reporting, and financial visibility.
• Prepare audit packages, lender reporting
  , and compliance documentation with accuracy and timeliness.

• Must reside in Torrance, CA and work on‑site full‑time.
• 12+ years of accounting experience, with at least 5+ years in apparel manufacturing.
• Apparel experience is non‑negotiable, including cost accounting, inventory‑in‑transit, and production workflow familiarity.
• Strong proficiency in Quick Books Online and experience integrating with 3PL/Warehouse Management Systems.
• Experience managing year‑end financial reviews and supporting external auditors.
• Proven ability to manage high‑volume data environments using Excel and QBO.
• Direct experience managing Factoring and A/R Financing draws.
• Expert‑level Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Power Query) to organize, audit, and reconcile large datasets.
• Experience managing an accounting team (AP, AR, Staff Accountants) in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Work Location:
  
  In person