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This role provides strategic financial guidance to executive leadership, leads the accounting team, manages financial risks, and ensures the integrity of financial operations to support business growth and profitability.\nDuties\nFinancial Management & Reporting\nOversee all day-to-day accounting operations (AP, AR, Payroll, GL, fixed assets).\nPrepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.\nManage month-end and year-end close processes.\nEnsure compliance with GAAP and internal financial policies.\nDevelop financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs for management and the Board.\nBudgeting & Forecasting\nLead the annual budgeting process and coordinate department inputs.\nPrepare rolling forecasts, variance analysis, and financial performance reviews.\nProvide financial modelling and scenario planning to support decision-making.\nCash Flow & Treasury\nManage cash flow, banking activity, and liquidity planning.\nOptimize working capital, credit terms, and cash management strategies.\nOversee debt compliance and covenant reporting.\nAudit, Compliance & Controls\nEnsure strong internal controls and implement improvements as needed.\nLead annual external audits and coordinate with auditors and tax advisors.\nEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations.\nMaintain financial policies, procedures, and documentation.\nLeadership & Team Management\nSupervise and develop the accounting team, providing training and mentorship.\nBuild a high-performing, accurate, and deadline-driven finance department.\nPartner cross-functionally with operations, HR, sales, and procurement.\nSystems & Process Improvements\nOversee ERP/accounting systems and lead process automation and optimization.\nMaintain accurate financial records and enhance digital reporting tools.\nImplement best practices for accounting efficiency and accuracy.\nRequired Qualifications\nBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.\nMinimum 7–10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience.\nStrong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.\nPrior experience in financial leadership or controller-level role.\nProficiency with ERP/accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks Enterprise).\nStrong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.\nPreferred Qualifications\nCPA or CMA certification strongly preferred.\nExperience in aerospace, manufacturing, or multi-entity environments.\nExperience with inventory accounting, cost accounting, and job costing.\nAdvanced Excel and financial modelling proficiency.\nSkills & Competencies\nHigh attention to detail and accuracy\nLeadership and team development\nStrong problem-solving and decision-making skills\nAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlines\nStrategic financial planning\nEthical judgment and confidentiality\nStrong communication and cross-functional collaboration\nJob Type: Full-time\nPay: $130,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\nDental insurance\nHealth insurance\nPaid time off\nVision insurance\nEducation:\nBachelor's (Preferred)\nExperience:\nAccounting: 7 years (Preferred)\nGAAP: 7 years (Preferred)\nLicense/Certification:\nCPA (Preferred)\nCertified Management Accountant (Preferred)\nWork Location: In person","company":"Phoenix Aerospace","rawCompany":"phoenix aerospace","city":"Anaheim","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-30T11:32:43.778Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3031.01","title":"Treasurers and Controllers","slug":"treasurers-and-controllers"},{"code":"13-2011.00","title":"Accountants and Auditors","slug":"accountants-and-auditors"},{"code":"11-3031.00","title":"Financial Managers","slug":"financial-managers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541219","title":"Other Accounting Services","slug":"other-accounting-services"},{"code":"921130","title":"Public Finance Activities","slug":"public-finance-activities"},{"code":"551114","title":"Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices","slug":"corporate-subsidiary-and-regional-managing-offices"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Controller","description":"Job Summary\nThe Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting activities of the company, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. 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