Assistant Controller
$125k - $177.12kCPS HR Consulting
Salary: $125,000.00 - $177,122.00 Annually
Location : Monterey, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: MRA-AC 03-2026
Department: Monterey Regional Airport
Opening Date: 03/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
About the Position
Monterey Regional Airport, California Assistant Controller
To view the brochure for this position, please click the following link:
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
First Review of Applications: March 23, 2026
The Assistant Controller is a key member of the finance team and serves as a critical partner to the Controller in managing the District's financial integrity and operational accountability. This position performs high-level accounting, financial reporting, budget development, forecasting, and analytical work essential to District decision-making. Responsibilities include month-end closing, general ledger management, balance sheet reconciliation, treasury transactions, capital project draw coordination, and preparation of internal financial statements and discussion/analysis reports. The Assistant Controller maintains complex financial models, compiles statistical and operational data, supports annual audits, and acts as a liaison to District departments during the budget process. Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong technical accounting skills, advanced Excel modeling capability, and a solid understanding of GAAP and GASB standards. This individual will work independently and collaboratively, respond to financial inquiries from internal and external partners, support grants and capital project accounting, and prepare professional, data-driven reports for management and the Board. Minimum Qualifications
Education & Certification
Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting:
Channelle Ceralde, SHRM-SCP
Email: | Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io
The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The Monterey Regional Airport is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The Airport is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources, at: View phone number on click.appcast.io or
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Describe your education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates your knowledge, skill, and ability to apply GAAP and GASB standards in a public agency or government environment. Please include the types of funds you have worked with and your role in financial reporting or audits.
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Describe your education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates your knowledge, skill, and ability to conduct advanced financial analysis and Excel modeling. Describe a complex financial model you have developed or maintained (e.g., forecasting, multi-scenario analysis, capital project analysis). What was the purpose, and how was it used to support decision-making?
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Location : Monterey, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: MRA-AC 03-2026
Department: Monterey Regional Airport
Opening Date: 03/11/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
About the Position
Monterey Regional Airport, California Assistant Controller
To view the brochure for this position, please click the following link:
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
First Review of Applications: March 23, 2026
The Assistant Controller is a key member of the finance team and serves as a critical partner to the Controller in managing the District's financial integrity and operational accountability. This position performs high-level accounting, financial reporting, budget development, forecasting, and analytical work essential to District decision-making. Responsibilities include month-end closing, general ledger management, balance sheet reconciliation, treasury transactions, capital project draw coordination, and preparation of internal financial statements and discussion/analysis reports. The Assistant Controller maintains complex financial models, compiles statistical and operational data, supports annual audits, and acts as a liaison to District departments during the budget process. Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong technical accounting skills, advanced Excel modeling capability, and a solid understanding of GAAP and GASB standards. This individual will work independently and collaboratively, respond to financial inquiries from internal and external partners, support grants and capital project accounting, and prepare professional, data-driven reports for management and the Board. Minimum Qualifications
Education & Certification
- Active California CPA License (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- MBA preferred
- 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in financial planning, analysis, and accounting
- Experience in public agency or fund accounting
- Airport or aviation industry experience
- Experience with construction/public works projects
- Experience with Sage 100 or similar financial systems
Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting:
Channelle Ceralde, SHRM-SCP
Email: | Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io
The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:
- A completed Employment Application
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Responses to the Supplemental Questions
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION The Monterey Regional Airport is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The Airport is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resources, at: View phone number on click.appcast.io or
Please see job announcement for details.
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- GovernmentJobs.com
- Indeed
- Monterey Airport Website
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Describe your education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates your knowledge, skill, and ability to apply GAAP and GASB standards in a public agency or government environment. Please include the types of funds you have worked with and your role in financial reporting or audits.
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Describe your education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates your knowledge, skill, and ability to conduct advanced financial analysis and Excel modeling. Describe a complex financial model you have developed or maintained (e.g., forecasting, multi-scenario analysis, capital project analysis). What was the purpose, and how was it used to support decision-making?
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