Controller

Job Title: Controller

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Controller to plan and direct all accounting operational functions. This role involves handling the accumulation and consolidation of financial data for both internal and external financial statements, evaluating accounting and internal control systems, and leading departmental staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operations of the finance department, including accounts payable, billings & collections, and payroll.
• Prepare month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, account reconciliations, and G/L analysis.
• Prepare cash-flow reports, projecting cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals, and manage daily cash.
• Assist in Property Debt Origination, including new loans, refinances, and construction loans.
• Collaborate with CPA’s for tax preparation of various entities.
• Present monthly financial reports to the executive team and partners.
• Evaluate, implement, and streamline policies, procedures, controls, and methodologies.
• Research, plan, and implement Finance Department initiatives, including software and systems implementation.
• Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts, and monitor them monthly.
• Work closely with the executive team and partners to ensure efficient and effective firm-wide operations.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in general ledger, financial reporting, and accounting.
• Experience in reconciliation, financial statement preparation, and financial analysis.
• Knowledge of cost accounting, accounts payable, and journal entry.
• Familiarity with budgeting, accounts receivable, forecasting, SAP, balance sheet, payroll, and bank reconciliation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CPA or MBA preferred.
• Self-starter with the ability to identify issues and resolve problems independently.
• Experience in a dynamic and changing company environment is a plus.
• Ability to seize opportunities to produce results without direct supervision.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and firm accounting policies and procedures.
• Commitment to developing quality deliverables and ensuring they meet client expectations.

Work Environment

The position is a temp role with full-time hours , Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, totaling 40 hours per week. The work environment is a nice office setting with a business dress code.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fresno, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fresno,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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