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Controller - TalentZok

OVERVIEW

Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting company?! Then we've got the right team for you! In this role, you're responsible for the duties listed below.

Immediate opening for a Controller in San Pedro, CA who possesses:

• 10+ years - Progressive Accounting Exp with min. 3 yrs as a Controller or higher level and 3+ yrs Manufacturing, Agriculture or Seafood experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required. MBA a plus & CPA certification strongly preferred.
• Expert-level proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains, QuickBooks) and ERP System

Email resumes to kbrace@talentzok.com or call 858.683.8559.

FULL DESCRIPTION:

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

• Lead the accounting team in the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and present timely financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow forecasts.
• Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations and variance analyses.
• Generate operational and cost performance reports to support continuous improvement.
• Oversee preparation of annual owner reports.
• Develop annual operating budgets in coordination with leadership and operational teams.
• Forecast short- and long-term cash requirements and manage working capital.
• Support executive leadership in long-range planning, including major capital investments and financial modeling.
• Monitor actual vs. budgeted performance and drive variance analysis.
• Design, implement, and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure financial integrity.
• Coordinate external audits and manage the annual audit process.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws, regulatory reporting, and internal policies.
• Maintain and enforce accounting policies and procedures aligned with best practices.
• Support operations and procurement with inventory valuation, cost accounting, and margin analysis.
• Partner with plant leadership to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Oversee operational accounting, including accounts payable, crew wages, and settlement calculations.
• Direct, mentor, and evaluate accounting staff to promote professional growth and efficiency.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Provide cross-functional leadership and collaboration across finance, operations, and IT.
• Approve and review accounts payable for policy compliance.
• Manage and report on monthly cash flows, vendor discounts, and capital spending.
• Support ad hoc projects and executive requests.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive company data.

The selected candidate will also possess:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required. MBA a plus.
• CPA certification strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance.
• 5+ years in a supervisory or controller-level role in manufacturing or seafood/agriculture industries.
• Expert-level proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics GP/Great Plains, QuickBooks).
• Strong ERP experience and ability to analyze large datasets.
• Demonstrated experience applying GAAP principles.
• Understanding of cost accounting principles and inventory systems.
• Business acumen to comprehend the organization strategy and how Finance impacts that strategy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.

Salary Range: $ 160k-$185k/yr

For immediate and confidential consideration, please email your resume to kbrace@talentzok.com or call 858.683.8559.

More information can be found at www.talentzok.com