Assistant Controller

Overview

Job Title:

Assistant Controller

Location:

Stockton, CA (100% Onsite)
Industry: Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Salary: $120,000 - $145,000 / year
Branch:
Roseville, CA

About the Company
Join a high-performing aerospace and defense manufacturer that designs, fabricates, and tests mission-critical components for some of the most recognized innovators in the industry. With a commitment to precision engineering, quality, and reliability, this organization supports groundbreaking programs that push aerospace technology forward. If you are motivated by purpose-driven innovation and thrive in a manufacturing environment, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

The Assistant Controller is a key member of the site finance team and plays a critical role in overseeing core accounting functions, including General Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll. This position partners closely with Operations, Purchasing, HR, and other cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, cost efficiency, and a strong internal control environment. The Assistant Controller reports directly to the Controller and collaborates with corporate headquarters.

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including General Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Payroll
• Manage the monthly close process to ensure accurate, timely, and GAAP-compliant financial results
• Review and approve journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet analyses
• Ensure accurate processing of customer billings, cash receipts, vendor payments, and payroll transactions
• Monitor and enforce segregation of duties and internal controls across accounting functions
• Partner with Human Resources to ensure accurate payroll processing, benefit accruals, and reporting
• Support revenue recognition activities in coordination with the Controller
• Maintain accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance and audit readiness
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes and close efficiency
• Support ERP optimization and data integrity initiatives
• Assist with post-merger integration and process standardization efforts
• Mentor and develop accounting staff
• Collaborate with Cost Accounting to ensure accurate financial statements and identify margin improvement opportunities
• Serve as a trusted finance partner to cross-functional teams

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (required)
• CPA preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities
• Manufacturing experience required; aerospace & defense strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
• ERP experience required (Visibility ERP a plus)
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical abilities
• Ability to operate effectively in both hands-on and leadership capacities

Due to U.S. Export control laws, this position requires ITAR eligibility. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee).

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