Corporate Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Corporate Controller to lead financial operations for a manufacturing facility in Chino, California. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who combines strong analytical judgment with a practical approach to improving processes and strengthening operational efficiency. The successful candidate will partner closely with plant leadership to deliver accurate financial reporting, support informed decision-making, and maintain strong cost control across the operation.

Responsibilities:

• Direct plant-level accounting activities, ensuring timely and accurate month-end close, account reconciliation, and financial reporting.

• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting processes, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory-related financial controls.

• Develop budgets, forecasts, and performance analyses that help plant leadership monitor results and make sound business decisions.

• Prepare and review consolidated financial information, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and alignment with company reporting requirements.

• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, automate routine tasks, and enhance the effectiveness of accounting and finance processes.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to investigate financial trends, resolve issues, and support operational improvements within the plant.

• Maintain a strong internal control environment by monitoring compliance, reviewing transactions carefully, and reinforcing data integrity.

• Lead, coach, and support accounting staff, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across the team.

• 10+ years of management experience in accounting or finance leadership roles.

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is required.

• Strong background in manufacturing cost accounting, including standard cost accounting and variance analysis.

• Proven ability to manage month-end close activities and produce accurate financial statements.

• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and consolidated financial reporting.

• High level of accuracy, sound numerical analysis, and strong attention to detail in areas requiring financial judgment.

• Demonstrated ability to improve processes through automation, efficiency initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

• Stable work history that reflects commitment, growth, and long-term contribution within prior organizations.