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We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations for a wholesale distribution organization in Santa Ana, California. This position will oversee reporting, planning, and compliance activities while providing leadership with clear financial insight to support business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, operational awareness, and the ability to strengthen processes across a growing environment.
Job Responsibility
Direct the company’s accounting and financial reporting activities, ensuring dependable results across all core finance functions
Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, maintaining accuracy and meeting reporting deadlines
Manage budgeting, forecasting, liquidity planning, and broader financial analysis to support short- and long-term objectives
Establish and refine internal controls, accounting standards, and compliance practices to protect the business and support audit readiness
Produce and interpret financial statements, performance metrics, and operational reports for executive review and decision-making
Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic initiatives, margin improvement efforts, and profitability evaluations
Oversee general ledger activity as well as payroll, fixed asset, and inventory accounting processes
Monitor inventory aging, identify slow-moving stock, and track key measures such as Days Inventory Outstanding
Provide branch and operations leaders with financial guidance related to purchasing activity, inventory performance, and business unit results
Coordinate with outside auditors, tax advisors, banking partners, and insurance contacts while driving team development and process improvement within accounting systems
Requirements
10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, including leadership responsibility within a controller or similar role
Strong knowledge of financial reporting, general ledger management, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow oversight
Experience building and maintaining internal controls, accounting procedures, and regulatory compliance practices
Background supporting inventory-driven operations, including inventory accounting, aging analysis, and performance measurement
Ability to analyze financial results and translate data into practical recommendations for operational and executive teams
Proven success leading, mentoring, and developing accounting staff in a deadline-driven environment
Proficiency in ad hoc reporting and document-related processes, including document control, compiling records, and scanning workflows
What we offer
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance