Financial Controller - Hybrid

Panasonic • Irvine, CA

6d • $195,000 - $327,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Controller is responsible for directing the accounting function of the company, ensuring strict adherence to established accounting principles, corporate policies, and statutory requirements. The position requires a disciplined professional who can preserve financial integrity and control while supporting the Company’s strategic efforts. The Financial Controller will provide leadership in maintaining compliance and financial stewardship, while exercising sound judgment in developing financial systems that encourage innovation, efficiency, and growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance: Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials preferred.
• Minimum 12 years relevant working experience in related environment with strong theoretical background in all financial areas.
• 7 or more years’ experience in a Supervisory role.
• “Big Four” or national accounting firm audit experience is required.
• Demonstrated ability to balance strict compliance with the adaptability needed in a growth-oriented, innovative company.
• Ability to solve very complex issues and understand accounting treatment in accordance to GAAP and IFRS and corporate accounting policy to properly communicate financials and tax implications to executive team.
• Knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as SAP or Oracle.
• Knowledge of an Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) system such as Hyperion or Cognos.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Uncompromising integrity and professional ethics.
• Detail-oriented, methodical, and precise in financial management.
• Sound judgment with the ability to exercise discretion when supporting new business ventures.
• A collaborative leader, able to work effectively across technical and administrative disciplines.

Nice To Haves

• Strong experience in both the private and public accounting sectors is preferred.
• Experience within an engineering, manufacturing, or technology environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the preparation, analysis, and presentation of all financial statements and related reports in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
• Maintain the Company’s general ledger, cost accounting systems, and subsidiary ledgers.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closes.
• Establish and monitor internal accounting controls to safeguard corporate assets.
• Coordinate all external audits and maintain relationships with auditors, bankers, and regulatory authorities.
• Oversee compliance with tax regulations and government reporting requirements.
• Assist senior management in evaluating new programs, ventures, and product initiatives through financial analysis and cost-benefit studies.
• Develop systems and processes that keep compliance at the forefront while being flexible to support business unit creativity and technological advancement.
• Provide management with accurate data for decision-making and performance evaluation.
• Collaborate with senior management provide financial insight on project investments, product development costs, and return on innovation.
• Develop financial models, policies, and systems that ensure fiscal discipline while enabling appropriate business risk-taking.
• Provide leadership in evaluating strategic initiatives such as partnerships, capital investments, and market expansion.
• Supervise accounting staff and foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and professional growth.
• Promote collaboration between Finance and other business units and departments to ensure financial discipline does not hinder innovation.
• Train staff in emerging accounting systems and practices to support the Company’s forward-looking objectives.

Benefits

• Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.
• Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA &HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
• 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.
• Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program.
• Other offerings include: Wellness Program, Counseling services, FSA & HSA, Life Insurance for employee, spouse and child, AD&D Insurance, Long-term and Short-term disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Dependent Care FLSA, Education Assistance, Commuter Program, Employee Purchase Program, Service Award Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees