Controller

Van Nuys, CA / Chatsworth, CA

Onsite with occasional flexibility based on business needs

Salary Range: $135K-$160K

Electronic Source Company (ESC), established in 1994, is a U.S. based electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider specializing in high-reliability circuit card assemblies and box builds for the defense, space, aerospace, and medical markets—where failure is not an option.

With quality serving as our baseline, our role is to go beyond that by delivering consistent execution, managing risk proactively, and supporting the broader objectives of our customers’ programs.

We operate with a high-performance mindset built on accountability, clear ownership, and continuous improvement across the organization. With more than 145 team members, we are a rapidly expanding and highly successful manufacturing organization powered by operational excellence and advanced manufacturing capabilities.

Summary

The Controller is responsible for leading the accounting function and ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial information. This role requires a strong understanding of manufacturing operations and will partner closely with leadership to support business performance while building scalable processes.

Primary Responsibilities

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cost accounting
• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Ensure integrity of the balance sheet and income statement through disciplined reconciliation processes
• Establish and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures

Manufacturing & Business Support

• Maintain accurate cost accounting, inventory, and related financial processes
• Partner with operations and supply chain to support financial visibility and decision-making
• Monitor inventory, WIP, and related reserves
• Provide clear financial analysis to support performance and profitability

Process Improvement & Systems

• Improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting processes
• Strengthen and streamline the financial close process
• Support ERP optimization and system enhancements
• Implement process improvements that reduce manual work and improve data quality

Audit, Tax, and Compliance

• Lead external audits and ensure audit readiness
• Oversee tax compliance in coordination with external advisors
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements
• Maintain a strong internal control environment

Multi-Site & Reporting

• Consolidate and manage financial results across multiple locations
• Support leadership with financial reporting and analysis
• Serve as a key financial point of contact for external stakeholders as needed

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a best-in-class accounting team
• Establish clear expectations, ownership, and accountability
• Improve overall capability and performance of the function

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• 7 years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience in a manufacturing or EMS (Electronic Manufacturing (Services) environment
• Strong understanding of inventory, WIP, and cost accounting
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting
• Experience leading month-end close and financial statement preparation
• Experience working in an ERP-driven environment
• Must qualify as a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident) in accordance with ITAR requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA or CMA
• Experience in defense, aerospace, medical, or other regulated manufacturing environments
• Experience working across multiple sites or entities
• Experience with Epicor ERP and/or Datarails
• Experience supporting M&A integration and post-acquisition process alignment

What Success Looks Like

• High level of ownership and accountability
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations
• Ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insight
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and process-driven
• Builds structure while maintaining speed and efficiency
• Effective communicator across finance and operations