Controller

Aston Carter•Santa Clarita, CA

7h•$130 - $150•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Controller serves as the primary financial leader for the Valencia, CA operation, responsible for overseeing all accounting, reporting, budgeting, and analytical functions while ensuring full compliance with GAAP and corporate standards. In this newly formalized role, the Controller partners closely with the General Manager and corporate Controller to drive financial performance, improve operational accountability, and support strategic decision‑making within a rapidly growing manufacturing environment. A major focus of the role includes strengthening inventory accuracy, WIP tracking, and working capital management, as well as enhancing financial processes, systems, and controls. The position requires a hands‑on, strategic leader with deep manufacturing accounting expertise, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to influence cross‑functional teams in a decentralized organization. Through effective communication, collaboration, and process improvements, the Controller plays a critical role in guiding the site’s financial transformation and supporting continued business growth.

Requirements

Accounting
manufacturing
Inventory management
ERP
GAAP
General ledger
Reconciliation
month end close
fianancial reporting
budget and forecasting
Cost accounting
epicor
aerospace
Audit
Audit and compliance
margin improvement
inventory accuracy
WIP tracking processes
Cost control
Financial strategy
material flow and production processes
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required
Candidates must bring at least ten years of progressive accounting/finance experience with a strong background in manufacturing and inventory accounting
Successful candidates demonstrate high analytical ability, strong influencing skills, and the capacity to operate effectively in a decentralized, fast‑moving environment
They communicate clearly, work well under pressure, maintain accuracy under tight deadlines, and exhibit forward‑thinking problem‑solving
Curiosity, ownership, and a proactive drive for process improvement are essential for long‑term success in this role

Nice To Haves

Aerospace & Defense experience helps candidates navigate complex contract structures and cost implications unique to the sector.
Epicor or similar ERP expertise allows the Controller to streamline reporting, strengthen data integrity, and improve forecasting accuracy across all operational areas.
Private equity reporting experience supports the fast‑paced, metric-driven cadence expected by corporate leadership.
A CPA or MBA, while not required, deepens technical accounting judgment, strengthens compliance oversight, and supports the implementation of improved accounting policies and controls.