Controller

Description

OVERVIEW:

Company Profile

Signia Aerospace is a global, integrated provider of high-performance systems and specialized components for the aerospace industry. Signia currently operates two complementary business segments: Thermal Management (key brands include ACE Thermal Systems and Mezzo Technologies) and Mission Systems (key brands include Onboard Systems, Lifesaving Systems, and Meeker Aviation). The Signia brands are leaders in their respective markets and provide a compelling value proposition to both aerospace and defense OEMs and end-users.

Onboard Systems Hoist & Winch, located in Anaheim, CA is one of the world’s leading providers of Search & Rescue (SAR) and Human External Cargo (HEC) advanced mission equipment for civil, commercial, and military helicopters.

Scope Of Position

Reporting to the GM, the Controller is a key leadership role responsible for the full cycle of accounting and finance operations, including financial reporting, GAAP compliance, inventory management, cost accounting, budgeting/forecasting, and internal controls.

The Controller manages a strong team of experienced accounting professionals, and partners closely with operations and executive leadership to drive financial integrity and support strategic decision-making.

This is an onsite role in Anaheim, CA.

Performance Objectives

To achieve the mission for this position, the Controller must produce the following critical actions and results:

• Lead and manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Oversee all accounting functions, including:
• Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Accounts Payable (AP)
• Invoicing
• Cost accounting
• Capital equipment and fixed asset accounting
• Vendor management (as related to AP)
• Financial reporting
• Maintain GAAP compliance and develop/strengthen internal controls.
• Manage inventory accounting, including physical inventory processes.
• Approve payroll entries; oversee booking of payroll liabilities and accruals into the GL (no direct management of payroll processing or benefits).
• Develop and lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Prepare and present financial statements, KPIs, and variance analysis to executive leadership.
• Support financial audits and lead coordination with external auditors.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial processes and ERP system usage (SAP, IFS).
• Provide financial support and project costing analysis for large engineering projects.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, and HR teams to ensure financial integration into broader company objectives.
• Provide leadership, mentor, coach, and develop a talented and experienced accounting team.
  
  

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have the following education, work history, knowledge and skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including 3+ years in a Controller or similar senior finance role.
• Strong manufacturing accounting experience, including cost accounting and inventory management.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and internal controls best practices.
• Experience working with SAP, IFS, Paylocity, and advanced Excel skills.
• Proven ability to manage and develop high-performing accounting teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
• Experience supporting external audits and preparing financial packages for executive teams.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a multi-location, capital-intensive manufacturing environment.
• ERP system optimization or transition experience.
• Exposure to international operations and multi-currency environments.
  
  

Travel: Travel is not anticipated to be a major component of this position.

Compensation & Benefits

$150,000-$190,000 plus Annual Incentive Compensation, Equity, Health and 401k benefits package