Financial Controller

A&C Future Inc. is a well-funded company focused on developing the next generation of mobile living and advanced manufacturing solutions. We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller with strong manufacturing finance experience to join our Irvine, California office. This role will have direct responsibility for the financial management of our manufacturing operations, with particular focus on inventory, working capital, manufacturing cost accounting, cash flow, supply chain-related financial processes, and operational controls . This individual will play a key role in building the financial infrastructure required for the company’s future IPO and public-company readiness , including strengthening U.S. GAAP reporting, internal controls, audit readiness, financial systems, and scalable accounting processes. The Financial Controller will serve as a key financial partner to executive management and will be a primary point of contact for external auditors, banks, tax advisors, and other financial and regulatory partners. This position reports directly to the CEO. Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Finance, Inventory & Working Capital Lead the financial management and control of the company’s manufacturing operations , including manufacturing cost accounting, inventory accounting, COGS, standard costing, production variances, and inventory valuation. Own the financial oversight of inventory throughout the manufacturing and supply chain process , ensuring accurate valuation, reconciliation, reporting, and appropriate financial controls. Lead and continuously improve the company’s working capital processes , including inventory, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash forecasting, and liquidity management. Monitor and improve the company’s cash conversion cycle , identifying opportunities to improve inventory efficiency, collection cycles, payment processes, and overall cash utilization. Develop and maintain short- and medium-term cash flow forecasts to support liquidity management, production planning, purchasing, and broader capital requirements. Partner closely with manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, and operations to improve inventory visibility, manufacturing cost controls, purchasing discipline, and working capital efficiency. Develop financial controls and processes around procurement, purchase commitments, inventory movements, production costs, vendor payments, and other manufacturing-related activities. Analyze manufacturing costs, material costs, labor, overhead, production variances, inventory levels, and other operational metrics to identify financial risks and opportunities. Support management in balancing production and inventory requirements with cash flow and working capital objectives. Manage all accounting operations, including Billing, A/R, A/P, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Revenue Recognition, and related financial activities. Prepare accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP . Lead and continuously improve month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes. Coordinate annual budgeting, financial forecasting, and variance analysis. Ensure quality control over financial transactions, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Research technical accounting matters and ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards. Manage applicable local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings. Manage trade finance instruments, including Letters of Credit (L/C), bank guarantees, and documentary collections, where applicable. IPO & Public Company Readiness Play a key role in developing the company’s accounting and financial infrastructure in preparation for a potential IPO and future public-company reporting requirements . Strengthen accounting policies, financial reporting procedures, documentation, close processes, and financial controls to support public-company standards. Develop and strengthen Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and support the establishment of a SOX-ready control environment . Partner with external auditors and advisors to ensure financial statements, accounting records, supporting schedules, and internal controls are prepared for increasingly rigorous audit requirements. Identify and remediate accounting, reporting, operational, and internal-control gaps as the organization scales. Support implementation and optimization of ERP and financial systems , particularly across accounting, manufacturing, inventory, procurement, supply chain, and financial reporting. Help establish scalable processes capable of supporting increased transaction volume, organizational complexity, and public-company reporting requirements. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field; advanced degree preferred. 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience , including Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, or comparable responsibilities. Strong financial management experience within a manufacturing, industrial, automotive, hardware, or other product-based business is required. Demonstrated experience managing inventory and working capital in a manufacturing environment . Strong knowledge of manufacturing and cost accounting, including inventory valuation, COGS, standard costing, production variances, material costs, labor, and manufacturing overhead . Strong experience with working capital management , including inventory, A/R, A/P, cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and cash conversion processes. Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements. Experience developing accounting policies, financial procedures, and internal controls. Experience supporting external audits and managing audit documentation and schedules. Experience with IPO readiness, SOX compliance, SEC reporting, or public-company financial reporting environments is highly preferred . Experience implementing or optimizing ERP and financial management systems; manufacturing ERP experience is strongly preferred . Ability to work effectively across finance, manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, operations, and executive leadership. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving capabilities. CPA strongly preferred. Big Four or other major public accounting experience is a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr AC Future