Controller

ChromoLogic • Monrovia, CA

44d

About The Position

Join a Fast‑Growing Scientific Research Company Pushing the Boundaries of Innovation
Are you a hands‑on, forward-thinking finance leader who thrives in an environment where discovery, curiosity, and creativity drive everything? Our small but rapidly expanding scientific research firm is looking for a dynamic Controller to take full ownership of our financial operations and help shape the future of our company.
This is not your typical back-office accounting job—this is an opportunity to partner directly with scientists, engineers, and executives who are solving real-world problems. You’ll build systems, streamline processes, and be a core voice in strategic decisions as we scale groundbreaking research into real impact.
ChromoLogic LLC (www.chromologic.com) is a world-class innovation center with advanced scientific research and development in the medical, aerospace and security markets. Covisus Inc. (www.covisus.com) is a VC-funded spin-off from ChromoLogic that has developed an award-winning and industry-leading technology for tagless tracking of assets based on its vTag® technology.
What You’ll Do
As our Controller, you will be the financial backbone of the company—balancing precision, speed, and strategic insight.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. CMA or CPA strongly preferred
• 10+ years in accounting or auditing & management
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic skills
• Strong command of GAAP, budgeting, and financial modeling
• Comfort with modern accounting systems and process automation
• Intuitive attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Experience in research, biotech, scientific services, grants, or government contracting is a plus

Responsibilities

• Own the full financial close process & systems (government contracts receivable, AP, payroll, inventory), ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and clarity
• Optimize and maintain internal controls to safeguard the company’s assets & government’s property
• Produce financial statements that tell the story behind the numbers
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, FAR, and relevant financial regulations
• Manage spending on federal government contracts within the approved rates
• Ensure QSEHRA reimbursements are compliant
• Partner with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies as needed
• Build a competent accounting team, providing training and support to ensure continuous growth and adaptability
• Provide insights that drive smarter, faster decisions regarding cost management & financial planning
• Support long‑range planning, scenario modeling, and resource optimization
• Improve and automate accounting workflows

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A mission-driven culture where discovery and innovation are at the heart of everything
• Close collaboration with scientists and leaders shaping breakthrough research
• A chance to build something meaningful—your systems, your ideas, your leadership
• Flexible environment, high ownership, and the ability to make an immediate impact

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level