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Controller

Controller

Pavago • Murrieta, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Controller

Position Type : Full-Time, Remote

Working Hours : U.S. client business hours (with flexibility for close cycles)

About the Role : Our client is seeking a skilled Controller to oversee all aspects of their financial operations. This position is ideal for an experienced accounting leader who can balance detailed financial oversight with strategic advisory responsibilities. The Controller will manage accounting teams, ensure compliance with GAAP / IFRS, provide accurate financial reporting, and support executive decision-making through data-driven insights.

Responsibilities :

Month-End & Year-End Close :

  • Lead close cycles, ensuring accuracy and timeliness (5-day close standard).
  • Review reconciliations across all balance sheet accounts.
  • Approve journal entries for payroll, depreciation, and intercompany adjustments.
  • Deliver consolidated financial packages including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.

Financial Reporting & Analysis :

  • Prepare GAAP / IFRS-compliant financial statements.
  • Provide variance analyses with clear executive-level commentary.
  • Support board and investor reporting requirements with dashboards and summaries.
  • Internal Controls & Compliance :

  • Design and maintain internal control frameworks.
  • Ensure regulatory and tax compliance across jurisdictions.
  • Manage external audit process and deliver PBC schedules.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting Support :

  • Partner with FP&A on budgets, forecasts, and capital allocation models.
  • Provide actionable recommendations based on variance analyses.
  • Treasury & Cash Management :

  • Monitor liquidity and working capital.
  • Oversee debt compliance, credit lines, and cash planning.
  • Team Leadership :

  • Supervise, mentor, and review work from accountants and bookkeepers.
  • Build team capacity and enforce quality standards.
  • Process Improvement :

  • Drive ERP implementations / migrations.
  • Automate workflows and strengthen SOPs for scale.
  • What Makes You a Perfect Fit :

  • Strong command of accounting standards (GAAP / IFRS).
  • Adept at balancing accuracy with strategic insight.
  • Confident communicator with executives and boards.
  • Leader who builds teams while maintaining hands-on control of outcomes.
  • Required Experience & Skills (Minimum) :

  • Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance, or related.
  • 7+ years progressive accounting / finance experience.
  • 2+ years supervisory / leadership.
  • ERP proficiency (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks Enterprise).
  • Advanced Excel / Google Sheets.
  • Ideal Experience & Skills :

  • CPA / ACCA / MBA.
  • Prior Controller or Finance Manager role in mid-market companies.
  • ERP implementation / M&A integration.
  • SaaS, professional services, or real estate exposure.
  • BI / dashboard reporting (Power BI, Tableau, Looker).
  • What Does a Typical Day Look Like? Controllers are the financial stewards of an organization. A typical day involves :

  • Directing the accounting cycle : reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial packages for accuracy.
  • Validating financial integrity : ensuring financial statements reflect the true health of the business.
  • Leading teams : mentoring staff, reviewing outputs, and delegating priorities.
  • Providing insights to leadership : preparing variance commentary, reviewing forecasts, and presenting key metrics.
  • Ensuring compliance : monitoring internal controls, confirming adherence to accounting standards, and supporting audit readiness.
  • Improving processes : identifying inefficiencies, automating manual tasks, and ensuring scalable workflows.
  • In essence : the Controller ensures the books are accurate, the controls are strong, the team is effective, and executives have the clarity to make informed decisions.

    Key Metrics for Success (KPIs) :

  • Close completed in ? 5 business days.
  • Zero material audit adjustments.
  • 100% of tax / regulatory filings on time.
  • Actionable financial insights delivered consistently.
  • Strong team accuracy and timeliness metrics.
  • Interview Process :

  • Initial Phone Screen
  • Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
  • Practical Task (review a mock financial package, identify errors, and prepare variance commentary)
  • Client Interview
  • Offer & Background Verification
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