The Controller will oversee all aspects of accounting, financial planning, compliance, reporting, cash management, and financial operations. This individual will provide valuable insights to leadership, support operational initiatives, and ensure the organization maintains strong financial controls and reporting accuracy. The successful candidate will be comfortable working directly with operations leaders, analyzing financial performance, identifying opportunities for improvement, and helping guide business strategy through data-driven recommendations. Responsibilities Financial Leadership Lead all accounting and finance activities for the business unit. Provide financial analysis and insights to support operational and strategic decisions. Partner with executive leadership to evaluate business performance and drive profitability. Develop and monitor key performance indicators and financial metrics. Accounting & Reporting Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements and internal reporting packages. Maintain compliance with applicable accounting standards and corporate reporting requirements. Review account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting deliverables. Budgeting & Forecasting Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes. Analyze financial results against budget and forecast expectations. Provide recommendations and action plans to address performance gaps. Operational Finance Support manufacturing operations through inventory, cost, and profitability analysis. Evaluate production performance, margins, labor utilization, and operational efficiencies. Assist leadership with capital investment decisions and business case development. Monitor spending trends and identify opportunities to improve financial results. Cash Flow & Treasury Manage cash forecasting and liquidity planning. Monitor working capital performance and recommend improvements. Maintain relationships with banking and financial partners. Compliance & Risk Management Coordinate external audits and support audit readiness initiatives. Oversee tax-related compliance requirements and filings in partnership with external advisors. Ensure effective internal controls and financial governance practices are maintained. Identify operational and financial risks and develop mitigation strategies. Systems & Process Improvement Act as the finance lead for ERP and financial systems administration. Drive improvements in reporting, workflows, controls, and data accuracy. Support automation and process enhancement initiatives across the organization. Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance personnel. Foster collaboration across departments and promote a high-performance culture. Establish clear expectations, accountability, and professional development plans for team members. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience Prior leadership experience within manufacturing, industrial, or project-based environments Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls Experience supporting business leaders with financial analysis and operational decision-making Advanced ERP and financial systems experience Preferred Controller, Assistant Controller, Plant Controller, or Finance Manager experience Manufacturing cost accounting experience Multi-entity or international reporting exposure Audit, treasury, and tax oversight experience Experience leading process improvement initiatives All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.