Financial Controller

$225K-$250K Plus discretionary bonus up to 30% based on overall company performance

Our client, a well-established, privately held industrial service provider, is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead and modernize its accounting operations. Certified as a “Great Places to Work”, the company is known for its diverse customer base, strong culture, and long-term stability rooted in integrity and collaboration. This is a high-impact opportunity for a tech-savvy, people-first financial leader to step into a dynamic role with a clear path to CFO. The ideal candidate brings not only a strong technical foundation in GAAP compliant accounting, but also the initiative to streamline processes, implement SOPs, and mentor a 15-person accounting and purchasing team to operate at their best.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a Controller who enjoys building systems, empowering teams, and bringing clarity and structure to complexity. If you are a strong communicator with your CPA, technical fluency, and the grit to lead transformation from the inside out, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee and mentor a team of 12–15 accounting staff, including AP, AR, billing, and purchasing
• Own the monthly close process and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting
• Partner with the CIO and technical team on the implementation of MS Dynamics 365
• Evaluate and improve internal controls; establish and formalize SOPs
• Support cross-functional collaboration and foster a culture of transparency growth, and accountability
• Analyze current workflows, identify inefficiencies, and lead operational improvements
• Liaise with external CPA partners on technical matters, compliance, and special projects
• Serve as a stabilizing presence while potentially growing into a more strategic finance leadership role

What You Bring

• CPA
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or similar field.
• Proven hands-on leadership experience managing daily accounting operations and month-end close
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a track record of mentoring and developing teams
• Technical fluency in financial systems and reporting; experience with MS Dynamics 365 is a major plus
• Familiarity with MS Power BI or similar business intelligence tools; able to extract, interpret, and present financial insights in a clear, actionable format
• Comfortable navigating environments with minimal SOPs and capable of building or improving process documentation
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build rapport with team members and executives
• A proactive mindset and willingness to challenge the status quo to improve outcomes
• On-site availability in the Ventura County area