Financial Controller (Apparel Manufacturing)

TCW Trends • Torrance, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are a fast-growing apparel manufacturing company seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead our financial operations, strengthen internal controls, and partner closely with production, sourcing, and executive leadership. Operating at a huge scale on QuickBooks Online requires a "Guardian" mindset—someone who can manage massive transaction volumes, ensure data integrity, and partner with executive leadership to protect margins. This role is ideal for a high-horsepower leader who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and understands the complexities of overseas production and big-box/club store distribution in the U.S.

Requirements

• Must reside in Torrance, CA, and work on-site full-time.
• 12+ years of accounting experience; 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in apparel accounting (Assistant Controller or Controller level).
• Apparel experience is non-negotiable, including familiarity with cost accounting, inventory-in-transit, and production workflows.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Online and experience with 3PL/Warehouse Management System integrations.
• Experience managing year-end financial reviews and supporting external auditors.
• Proven ability to manage the data volume associated with high annual revenue using Excel and QBO.
• Direct experience managing Factoring and A/R Financing draws.
• Expert in excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Power Query) to organize and audit high-volume data.
• Experience managing an accounting team (AP, AR, Staff Accountants) in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Full ownership of accounting operations: AP, AR, GL, payroll, and institutional-grade financial reporting.
• Ensure high revenue in annual transactions are accurately captured in QBO, bridging the gap between high-volume data and the General Ledger.
• Manage the close process, including consolidations, accruals, and comprehensive audit preparation.
• Oversee cost accounting for raw materials, trims, labor, overhead, and finished goods.
• Act as the primary lead for Factoring relationships, A/R financing, and bank borrowing base certificates.
• Establish the "checks and balances" to verify production cost sheets (managed by the COO) against actual bank outflows and factory invoices.
• Manage the "cash gap" between overseas factory deposits and large-scale wholesale collections.
• Lead year-end financial reviews/audits and ensure GAAP compliance across multi-state and international operations.
• Collaborate closely with production, sourcing, and logistics to improve processes and reporting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed