The HT Group is partnering with one of our private equity-backed manufacturing clients based in Chatsworth, CA for an immediate Divisional Controller opportunity for two of the firm’s largest business units.
Direct Hire – Base salary up to $200K+ 20% bonus/solid benefits – Hybrid – Chatsworth, CA
Position Summary:
The Divisional Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial operations multiple manufacturing facilities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, cost control, and adherence to internal controls. This role plays a key part in driving profitability and efficiency by managing accounting processes, analyzing financial data, and supporting strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all accounting operations including Cost Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger.
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Analyze and report on variances between actual results and budget/forecast, particularly focusing on manufacturing costs, overhead, and margins.
- Maintain and improve internal control systems to ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate policies.
- Prepare financial statements, management reports, and KPI dashboards for executive leadership.
- Lead budgeting and forecasting processes in collaboration with plant and corporate leadership.
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff in 2 locations, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Work closely with operations to understand production costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Support audits (internal and external) and coordinate with auditors as needed.
- Monitor capital expenditures, fixed asset tracking, and depreciation schedules.
- Manage detailed consolidations and subsequent reporting.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or CMA preferred.
- 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting and inventory valuation methods.
- Previous experience working in a private equity-backed setting highly preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems (Aptean systems a huge plus).
- Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools.
- Ability to travel regionally up to 25%
Preferred Attributes:
- Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement environments.
- Knowledge of compliance and regulatory issues in the manufacturing sector.
- Demonstrated ability to translate financial data into operational insight.