Controller

Founded in Southern California in the late 1950s, this privately held manufacturer specializes in producing high-quality architectural coatings. It serves both professional contractors and retail consumers across the western United States.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in accounting
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or controller position
• Previous experience in the manufacturing, distribution, or retail industry is required
• Strong expertise in cost accounting and inventory control, preferred
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and Excel-based financial modeling
• Skilled in financial modeling, cash flow analysis, and ensuring compliance with GAAP standards
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional attention to detail, with strong organizational and time management skills

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax obligations, and environmental reporting requirements (e.g., hazardous materials tracking)
• Maintain robust internal controls and alignment with GAAP standards
• Develop and manage standard cost models for raw materials, batching, packaging, and labor
• Analyze manufacturing variances, including material usage, yield, rework/scrap, and machine utilization
• Partner with production and operations teams to monitor batch costs and improve cost-efficiency
• Oversee accurate valuation of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods
• Support monthly inventory counts and reconciliation, with strong oversight of high-value and regulated materials
• Monitor slow-moving or obsolete inventory and recommend corrective actions
• Lead the development of annual budgets and rolling forecasts
• Provide financial modeling for raw material price changes, production capacity planning, and capital expenditures
• Contribute to strategic initiatives such as new product lines, R&D investments, and production expansions
• Track depreciation and maintenance of manufacturing equipment
• Conduct ROI analysis for equipment purchases and upgrades (e.g., mixing machines, packaging lines)
• Manage daily cash flow and ensure operational liquidity
• Monitor receivables and payables to maintain strong working capital practices
• Ensure ERP systems accurately reflect production, inventory, and costing data
• Collaborate with IT and operations to enhance financial and production reporting
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team supporting both operational and strategic goals
• Promote cross-training in manufacturing finance and compliance reporting