Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Controller

Our client, a global manufacturing company, is seeking a Controller to support its growing operations.

Monterey, CA. This position is on-site.

This organization provides advanced equipment and services used across multiple industries and is undergoing a meaningful operational transformation. This role offers the opportunity to modernize processes, enhance analytical rigor, and partner closely with executive leadership, with direct visibility to the CFO and cross-functional teams.

• Manage all financial control and accounting activities, including the general ledger, cost accounting, and all subledger systems (cash, payables, receivables, inventory, fixed assets, taxes, payroll, etc.).
• Lead and coordinate the monthly financial close, including journal entries, reconciliations, financial reviews, and monthly reporting packages.
• Maintain strong internal controls and accounting best practices; support interim and year-end audits.
• Partner with leadership to analyze operational performance, compare results to plan/budget, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Review and maintain standard inventory costs, ensure bill-of-materials accuracy, and calculate product-level profit margins.
• Oversee cash management, AP cycles, cash forecasting, credit, and receivables.
• Oversee fixed-asset accounting and lease accounting.
• Lead process improvements that enhance automation, efficiency, and system accuracy (including potential system upgrades).
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations and coordinate timely statutory and tax filings.
• Perform additional duties and projects as needed.

• 5+ years of progressive accounting and financial control experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP principles, internal controls, and month-end close best practices.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with general accounting systems.
• Experience managing and developing accounting staff.
• Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills with close attention to detail.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors, including but not limited to:

• The individual’s skill sets, experience, and training;
• Licensure and certifications;
• Office location and other geographic considerations;
• Other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes that the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.