Controller

NOW CFO is partnering with a growing, entrepreneurial organization in the automotive space to identify a hands-on Controller to join their leadership team. This is a permanent, direct-hire opportunity on our clients team.

This is an onsite role supporting a multi-entity business with strong growth potential and high visibility across operations and leadership.

Location: Onsite and In-Office in Torrance, CA

Compensation: $135k-$150k

Position Overview

The Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations while helping build scalable processes and systems to support continued growth. This individual will work closely with executive leadership and play a key role in financial reporting, forecasting, and operational integration.

This role is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented accounting leader who enjoys being “in the weeds” while also thinking strategically.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement accounting processes, procedures, and SOPs
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Oversee journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger activity
• Manage multi-entity accounting and intercompany transactions
• Support system and process integrations (CRM/ERP and related tools)
• Partner with leadership on forecasting, cash flow, and financial visibility
• Coordinate sales tax filings and audit support
• Handle ad hoc financial projects and special initiatives
• Maintain strong internal controls and documentation
• Support and mentor accounting staff

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5 years of controllership or senior accounting leadership experience
• Experience with intercompany accounting and multi-entity structures
• Strong background in building processes and improving efficiencies
• Experience working with complex operations
• Comfortable in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and execution-focused
• Proficiency with modern accounting systems (QuickBooks Online)

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to small business or family-owned environments
• Experience working with executive teams, boards, or investors
• Strong judgment around confidentiality and sensitive information

Culture & Work Environment

• Entrepreneurial, growth-oriented organization
• Fast-paced and dynamic environment
• High accountability and ownership mindset
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team
• Opportunity to help build and shape long-term processes

Compensation & Benefits

This role offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary $135k-$150k, PTO, 401k and a comprehensive benefits program.