Controller Location :
- North County San Diego Work Model : Hybrid – Onsite Monday + one additional onsite day of your choice Compensation : $160K–$170K base + Profit Sharing Position Overview We are seeking a hands-on, highly technical Controller to own the complete financial statements and one additional entity.
- This individual will not be siloed, this is a full-spectrum accounting leadership role that touches every part of the P&L and balance sheet, with deep involvement in GAAP interpretation, financial close, audit, and business partnership.
- You will report to the recently promoted Controller (your trainer and mentor), and lead a dispersed team across San Diego, Florida, and Mexico.
- The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, loves technical accounting, and brings strong leadership with a balanced, approachable style.
- Key Responsibilities Financial Statements & Close (Primary Accountability) Own full financial statements (P&L and Balance Sheet) for two entities.
- Review and post journal entries; ensure accruals are accurate and complete.
- Perform detailed line-by-line income statement reviews.
- First-level approval on statements → reviewed by Controller → then CFO.
- Manage a 3-day month-end close .
Technical Accounting / GAAP Apply and interpret US GAAP with confidence.
Draft GAAP memos for new pronouncements and complex areas.Provide guidance on fixed assets , capitalization of software, and judgment-heavy topics.Partner with CFO and external auditors to ensure proper implementation.Audit & Internal Controls Lead preparation of the annual audit PBC list (hundreds of items).Review staff-prepared audit schedules for accuracy.Collaborate closely with external auditors; support SOX / internal audit initiatives.Team Leadership Lead 3 direct reports across CA and FL; provide coaching, development, and performance oversight.Indirectly support a team of ~15 in Mexico.Set quality standards, deadlines, and expectations across shared-services teams (AP, general accounting, and AR for one entity).Cross-Functional Partnership Partner actively with Manufacturing, HR, Sales, IT / IS, Purchasing, Mexico Operations, and Distribution Centers.Help internal teams understand charges, GL activity, and financial impact.Bring a business-partner mindset , not a checklist mentality.Required Experience & Qualifications Public accounting experience (preferably Big 4 or strong regional firm).CPA required.Strong understanding of US GAAP , including ability to draft and explain GAAP memos.Experience owning full financial statements in a mid-sized or large company.Experience managing teams (direct + indirect).Strong detail orientation with ownership of accuracy and deadlines.Comfortable with Team travel to different sites (3x a year) Industry Experience Manufacturing industry experience strongly preferred; candidates with exposure to inventory, COGS, or production environments will be prioritized.Adjacent industries such as biotech or industrial environments are acceptable; construction / service-only backgrounds are less aligned.Education Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred; Finance acceptable.Unrelated majors not considered for this role.Work Environment & Schedule Hybrid :
Mandatory onsite Monday & choose one additional onsite day (2 days total) Month-end close : occasionally up to 8–9pm on one night Strong emphasis on work-life balance Powered by JazzHR