Corporate Controller

Aptera Motors • Carlsbad, CA

36d

About The Position

Seeking a Corporate Controller to own the company’s accounting operations as we scale manufacturing of our vehicles. Reporting to the CFO, this leader will run the monthly close, own cost and inventory accounting, strengthen internal controls, drive process improvement, and prepare the accounting organization to support external and SEC reporting requirements.

Requirements

• Active CPA license required
• Progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment, including hands-on cost and inventory accounting
• Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and demonstrated ownership of the accounting close
• Proven track record of process improvement and building scalable accounting operations
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including manufacturing and cost/inventory accounting, with prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA required.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience in the mobility space (automotive, motorcycle, EV, or related)
• SEC reporting experience (10-Q, 10-K)
• ERP or financial system implementation experience
• CMA and/or a Master’s/MBA
• Public accounting background preferred
• Master’s degree or MBA a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close, delivering timely and accurate financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
• Own cost and inventory accounting for manufacturing operations, including standard costing, variance analysis, BOM and WIP valuation, and inventory controls
• Manage the general ledger, technical accounting, and preparation of consolidated financial statements
• Design, implement, and maintain internal controls; support external audits and prepare the organization for SOX readiness
• Drive process improvement and automation across accounting operations to scale with company growth
• Support external financial reporting, including SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K) as the company matures
• Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, operations, and manufacturing to inform business decisions
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team

Benefits

• Market competitive compensation package
• Stock option grants
• Fully funded benefits package for employee + dependents
• Generous Flexible Time Away policy

What This Job Offers

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