Corporate Controller

Corporate Controller
Accounting/Finance
Anaheim , California
direct hire
Apr 16, 2026
Full-Time | On-Site | Finance & Accounting
The Controller oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance for a growing multi-location retail organization. Reporting to the CFO, this role ensures the accuracy and timeliness of financial information while building scalable processes that support continued expansion.
Key Responsibilities
Lead period end closes; prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP
Manage all accounting operations: general ledger, AP/AR, fixed assets, bank reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and revenue recognition
Establish and maintain internal controls; coordinate external audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations
Support CFO in annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow monitoring; analyze budget-vs-actual variances
Partner with Operations to monitor store-level profitability, labor costs, COGS/margin trends, and expense management
Lead ERP/financial system improvements; standardize and automate accounting processes across locations
Support financial integration of new and acquired locations
Lead, develop, and set performance expectations for the accounting team
Success Metrics
Performance will be assessed on: timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting, close process efficiency, audit outcomes, budget variance management, strength of internal controls, and accounting team development.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting required; CPA strongly preferred
8-12+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including Controller or senior accounting leadership
Strong GAAP knowledge; experience with multi-location retail, automotive, or service environments preferred
Proven ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
High integrity, strong analytical and organizational skills
Base Salary Range $130k-$170k DOE