VP Controller

Title: VP Controller

Compensation: $220,000 - $250,000 + 25% Bonus + LTI

Location: Tustin, CA 92780 (Hybrid)

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Company Description

Our publicly traded client in the services industry is seeking a VP Corporate Controller to serve as a senior leader within its finance organization. This individual will manage a dedicated team and oversee the financial close process, external reporting, and technical accounting. This is a highly visible role with direct C-suite exposure, offering the opportunity to drive process improvement and support due diligence and integration for strategic acquisitions. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in public accounting and prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience within a public company.

Perks

• High visibility position
• Growing organization
• Best in class benefits

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of SEC reporting obligations, including preparation and filing of 10-Q and 10-K submissions in compliance with GAAP, SEC regulations, and stock exchange requirements
• Maintain oversight of general ledger and fixed asset operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to internal policy
• Assume full ownership of the global financial close and consolidation cycle
• Function as the organization's subject matter expert on technical accounting, including revenue recognition, purchase accounting, adoption of new pronouncements, and compliance with current standards
• Manage the external audit relationship, serving as the key point of contact to facilitate timely completion of quarterly reviews and the annual audit
• Coordinate with external valuation specialists and internal business partners on complex accounting matters, including impairment analyses, intangible valuations, purchase price allocations, tax election assessments, and periodic tax provision preparation
• Identify and implement system improvements within the ERP environment to streamline workflows and enhance reporting output
• Play an integral role in transaction execution, leading finance and accounting activities across the full M&A lifecycle
• Provide accounting oversight for subsidiary operations as the organization expands across domestic and international markets
• Partner with Internal Audit to advance the internal control framework, including design, testing, and remediation activities
• Develop and maintain a robust controls environment, driving SOX compliance and ensuring policies and procedures remain current and consistently applied
• Monitor and ensure adherence to applicable tax regulations across all jurisdictions, and work with advisors to evaluate and implement tax-efficient structures globally
• Lead ongoing efforts to modernize and scale the finance function through process improvement, technology adoption, and automation
• Monitor changes in accounting standards, regulatory guidance, and industry practice to ensure the organization remains well-positioned and compliant
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed in support of organizational priorities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related degree
• Public Accounting experience and a CPA license are required.
• Experience in a Public Company is required.
• Knowledge of major accounting software packages for general ledger accounting
• Thorough understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams, business leaders, and external agencies to maximize performance, creativity, problem solving, and results

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