Corporate Controller (Irvine)

Irvine, CAJob TypeFull-timeDescriptionLearn more about TriVista and how our inclusive, collaborative culture earned us a Great Place to Work Award.Position SummaryThe Corporate Controller directs and oversees all financial and accounting activities of the organization and related entities and is responsible for translating financial information into useful management insight. The successful candidate will protect the integrity of the financial statements while building stronger FP&A support for practice leaders and internal operations. This role offers the opportunity to expand over time, in line with the growth of the organization, into a Director of Finance position with broader responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, operating metrics, and finance partnership across the firm. This role is critical for ensuring the company's financial health and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.ResponsibilitiesAccounting, Financial Reporting and ComplianceEnsure all financial records and supporting documentation are maintained in compliance with US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP) and Company policies and procedures for the consolidated consulting business and foreign subsidiaryMaintain a thorough understanding of consolidation, financial reporting and general ledger structure and integrityEnsure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end closeReview and ensure accurate processing of expense reporting, payroll, A/P and A/REnsure timely monthly financial reporting, including internal and external financial statements, management reports, and clear explanations of actual results versus budget/forecastMonitor bank accounts, manage cash availability, execute wire and ACH payments, forecast cash flow, and oversee collections activityAudit and Risk ManagementManage and oversee the independent yearly financial audit/review including PBC schedules, explanation and analysis of key business events, management initiatives impacting financial performance, and update the review memo and notes to the financial statementsIdentify and address accounting, compliance, control, and reporting risks that could affect the integrity of the company’s financial statements or financial operationsTaxation and Regulatory ComplianceCoordinate with outside tax and finance specialists/service providers federal and state income tax filings, reporting and paymentsManage all yearly regulatory filings in addition to federal and state income taxation (FBAR, CAT, SOS- SI, US Census, 571L etc.)FP&A and Business PartnershipPartner with practice leaders and department heads to interpret financial results and improve decision-making on revenue, margin, utilization, staffing, project economics, pricing, billing, collections, and spend managementSupport and progressively assume leadership of annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, rolling forecast updates, and scenario analysisDevelop and maintain dashboards, KPIs, and management reporting that show performance by practice, product line, customer, project, and cost center where appropriateTranslate financial results into concise business narratives for senior leadership and operators, including what changed, why it changed, what matters, and what action is recommendedBuild trusted working relationships with practice leaders, department heads, and internal operations leaders by being responsive, concise, accurate, solutions-oriented, and proactive in follow-throughIdentify risks, opportunities, and data quality issues early, especially in project profitability, utilization, labor cost rates, billing, collections, expense trends, and forecast credibility, and lead the proactive resolutionInternal Controls and Process ImprovementContinuously improve accounting and finance processes while maintaining appropriate controls and segregation of duties for a private professional services firmWork with IT and business users to improve reporting automation, data accuracy, workflow efficiency, and accounting system usageCreate practical department policies, procedures, and checklists that reduce dependency on tribal knowledgeLead cross-functional finance projects using clear project plans, stakeholder communication, risk tracking, and implementation disciplineRequirementsSkills and Qualifications8 or more years of progressive, hands-on accounting and finance experience, including controller-level responsibility or equivalent ownership of close, reporting, controls, audit/review support, and management reportingDemonstrated FP&A capability, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, KPI reporting, and business partner support to operating leadersExperience in a professional services, consulting, engineering services, agency, staffing, project-based, or other labor-based business model. Consulting/professional services experience is strongly preferredStrong understanding of US GAAP, financial statements, consolidations, intercompany activity, cash management, and accounting operationsAdvanced Excel and financial modeling capability. Experience with accounting systems, reporting tools, CRM/project data, and workflow automationExperience with Salesforce/Force.com, Certinia, or similar CRM/project accounting/reporting platforms preferredDemonstrated ability to communicate financial results clearly to non-finance leaders and build credibility across functions Proven project management discipline for finance process or systems initiativesAuthorized to work in the US on a full-time basis and able to work from the Irvine office 3 days per weekEducation4-year degree, preferably in accounting, finance or related field and/or combination of required education and experience CPA preferredMBA or advanced degree preferredLean and/or Six Sigma Green Belt certification or ability to obtain upon hire Pay Transparency StatementThe salary range for this position reflects our good-faith estimate of the minimum and maximum base pay for the role at the time of posting. The actual pay offered may vary based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, location, and market conditions. For example, a candidate with the minimum required experience and qualifications may receive an offer near the lower end of the range, while a candidate with extensive experience and specialized expertise may receive an offer near the top of the range. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.About our FirmOne of Consulting Magazine’s Fastest Growing global operational management firms, TriVista is an award-winning company passionate about our people, their growth, and how we collaborate to support our clients through their most complex challenges. Our culture fosters creativity, new ideas, and fresh perspectives. We embrace continuous learning, reward great work, and seek out people who want to make a difference. We are a unique consulting firm of results-driven industry subject matter experts who thrive on the excitement generated by working on challenging projects.Salary Description$150-185k + 15% bonus