Job Description

Controller

San Diego Small Defense Manufacturing Company

150-180k

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A premier global designer and manufacturer of high-performance rugged technology solutions is seeking a hands-on Controller . Based in Poway, CA , this onsite role is responsible for all aspects of the organization’s accounting functions within a fast-paced, small to medium-sized company environment.

Core Responsibilities

The Controller will lead the finance team and partner with executive management to establish business and financial strategies. Key duties include:

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Provide timely reporting to internal and external stakeholders, including the parent company.
  
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Prepare weekly forecasts and annual budgets while identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
  
• Cost & Inventory Management: Oversee product/job cost trends, manage inventory valuation (WIP and finished goods), and lead cycle count programs.
  
• Compliance & Controls: Implement financial and IT controls to ensure SOX compliance and manage local tax and regulatory filings.
  
• Operational Support: Evaluate customer credit applications, review revenue recognition for incoming orders, and lead process improvement initiatives.
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented leader with a strong background in manufacturing.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
  
• Certification: Must hold a CPA and/or CMA designation in good standing.
  
• Experience: 10+ years of relevant experience, including a heavy emphasis on cost accounting .
  
• Technical Skills: Advanced Excel skills and the ability to manipulate high volumes of data. Experience with NetSuite manufacturing software is a significant plus.
  
• Leadership: Proven ability to motivate, mentor, and develop a finance team while interacting effectively with senior management.
  

Benefits

Additional Details

• Status: Full-Time, Employee.
  
• Shift: First Shift (Day).
  
• Travel: Less than 5%.
  

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