Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct the search for a Controller on behalf of our client, a holding company for well-known food retailing brands. This is a direct-hire, on-site position in Carson, CA.

The Controller will oversee the company’s financial strategy, manage accounts, payroll, budgets, cash flow, and forecasting. You will handle transactions, debts, audits, and financial reporting while ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise an accounting team of 18-20.
• Implement and enforce accounting policies and procedures.
• Oversee outsourced functions and design an efficient accounting department structure.
• Manage subsidiary accounting operations, including control systems and transaction processes.
• Ensure timely payments, collections, payroll processing, and debt payments.
• Complete bank reconciliations and maintain the chart of accounts, filing system, and transaction controls.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, annual reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Develop benchmarks, analyze variances, and generate financial metrics.
• Prepare and post journal entries, reconcile accounts, and generate financial reports to ensure the accurate and timely closing of the books.
• Manage the fixed asset register, calculate depreciation, and ensure accurate reporting of additions, disposals, and asset classifications.
• Record and maintain lease transactions in compliance with accounting standards, including calculations for lease liabilities and right-of-use assets.
• Provide cost reports and financial analyses for investments, pricing, and contracts.
• Facilitate audits and ensure compliance with debt covenants and government regulations.
• Handle tax filings and reporting requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience managing a large accounting team.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• CPA or MBA preferred.
• ERP Systems experience required. Oracle preferred.

COMPENSATION:
This position offers a salary between $135,000-$175,000yr + up to 15% performance bonus, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, time off, 401K match, etc.

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:
Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.

We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.

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