Accounting Manager/Controller

Accounting Manager / Controller

Central Valley, CA | Full-Time | Onsite | $90,000–$100,000

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Accounting Manager to lead day-to-day accounting operations, strengthen financial processes, and support continued growth within an established, operations-focused business. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who also wants to contribute to the bigger financial picture. You will work closely with leadership, improve systems and workflows, and have the potential to grow into a Controller role as the business expands.

What You'll Do

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including the general ledger, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and cash-flow reports
• Monitor expenses, analyze variances, and provide meaningful financial insights to leadership
• Improve accounting procedures, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency
• Help transition manual, paper-based processes into digital systems and streamlined workflows
• Support accounting software improvements, automation, internal controls, and audit preparation
• Partner with leadership and operational teams to support financial planning and business decisions
• Guide and develop accounting staff while building reliable, efficient processes

What We're Looking For

• Required qualifications
• Several years of progressive accounting experience with hands-on responsibility for core accounting functions
• Prior experience as an Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Accounting Supervisor, Senior Accountant, or in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and financial performance reporting
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and collaborate effectively with leadership
• Preferred qualifications
• Experience in transportation, trucking, agriculture, farming, distribution, manufacturing, retail, or another operations-focused industry
• Experience improving accounting processes or moving a department from paper-based workflows to digital systems
• Familiarity with accounting software, ERP systems, process automation, and internal controls
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred

Why Join

• Make a direct, meaningful impact on accounting operations and process improvement
• Work closely with company leadership and contribute to key business decisions
• Build modern, efficient financial systems and workflows
• Enjoy professional development and increasing responsibility
• Potential to advance into a Controller position as the business grows and you demonstrate readiness

If you are an accounting professional who enjoys improving processes, leading by example, and preparing for the next step in your career, we would love to connect.