Controller Opportunity in Los Angeles, CA - Join Robert Half

Robert Half is thrilled to present an exceptional career opportunity for an experienced Controller in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, United States. As a leader in finance and accounting staffing, Robert Half connects top talent with dynamic organizations seeking strategic financial leaders. This Controller position offers a chance to oversee critical financial operations, drive compliance, and implement cutting-edge systems in a fast-paced environment. If you have expertise in GAAP standards like ASC 606 and ASC 842, inventory audits, and team leadership, this role at our esteemed client could be your next career milestone. With a competitive salary starting at $140,000, this full-time position promises growth and impact.

About the Role

In this pivotal Controller role, you will serve as the financial guardian for our client's operations in Los Angeles. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, compliance, and process optimization. This position is ideal for seasoned accounting professionals passionate about enhancing financial systems, leading high-performing teams, and supporting strategic business goals. Located in the heart of Los Angeles, CA, you'll contribute to a company that's innovating in its industry while ensuring fiscal accuracy and regulatory adherence. Key focus areas include monthly closings, audit management, and deploying software solutions for expense and lease accounting. This is more than a job—it's a platform to showcase your expertise in financial leadership and drive tangible business value.

Key Responsibilities

The Controller will wear many hats, from tactical execution to strategic oversight. Your day-to-day will involve directing monthly financial closings to guarantee timely, accurate reporting that stakeholders can trust. You'll champion compliance by overseeing audits, tax filings, and regulatory mandates, minimizing risks and ensuring seamless operations. A core part of the role is implementing and refining systems for superior financial reporting, with specific emphasis on ASC 606 revenue recognition standards. Expect to dive deep into inventory costing audits, validating bills of materials to maintain precision in cost accounting.

Leadership is key: you'll build and mentor a robust accounting team, instituting standardized procedures that streamline workflows and boost efficiency. Manage complex processes like trade promotions and sales returns accounting, delivering precise client reports that foster strong relationships. Handle commission reporting and payments for employee and non-employee sales teams with meticulous accuracy. Deploy expense management software to curb risks in travel and entertainment spending, and spearhead the launch of lease accounting software for full ASC 842 compliance. Finally, monitor inventory levels proactively, providing insights that support broader strategic initiatives. This multifaceted role demands a proactive leader ready to transform financial operations.

Required Qualifications

To excel as our Controller, bring a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with CPA certification highly preferred. You need 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a Controller or similar senior role. Deep knowledge of GAAP, particularly ASC 606 and ASC 842, is non-negotiable, alongside proven success in inventory audits, BOM validations, and financial system implementations. Experience leading accounting teams, managing trade promotions, sales returns, and commissions is essential. Proficiency in deploying expense management and lease accounting software sets top candidates apart. Strong analytical skills, process improvement mindset, and excellent communication are must-haves. If you're a strategic thinker with a track record in Los Angeles-area finance roles, apply now via Robert Half.

Why Join Us

Joining Robert Half means aligning with a global leader in finance careers, offering unparalleled support, networking, and growth opportunities. Our client provides a collaborative culture in sunny Los Angeles, CA, with benefits like comprehensive health coverage, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, and performance bonuses. Advance your career in a role that blends hands-on accounting with high-level strategy, all while enjoying the perks of working in one of America's most dynamic cities. Robert Half's expertise ensures you're placed for success—email your resume to Eric Herndon today. This Controller position won't last long in the competitive LA job market. Seize the opportunity to elevate your finance career with us!