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Controller

San Diego, CA · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Oversee accounting for government contracts, grants, and restricted funding, including nonprofit ... Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Director, or comparable leadership experience * Hands ...

Now CFO

Controller

San Diego, CA · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Oversee accounting for government contracts, grants, and restricted funding, including nonprofit ... Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Director, or comparable leadership experience * Hands ...

Now CFO

Controller

San Diego, CA · On-site

$140K - $160K/yr

Oversee accounting for government contracts, grants, and restricted funding, including nonprofit ... Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Director, or comparable leadership experience * Hands ...

Conexus

Controller

Irvine, CA · On-site

Our privately held government contracting client is seeking a Controller to lead their accounting function. Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will oversee a large finance and accounting ...

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Controller

San Diego, CA · On-site

Oversee accounting for government contracts, grants, and restricted funding, including nonprofit ... Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Director, or comparable leadership experience * Hands ...

Addison Group

Controller

Irvine, CA · On-site

$70 - $90/hr

Controller Location: Irvine, CA (On-site) Assignment Type: Temporary or Temp-to-Permanent ... Oversee government contract accounting and billing activities while ensuring compliance with ...

Swarm Aero

Controller

Oxnard, CA · On-site

That means real cost accounting, real inventory, and real government contract compliance. As we ... Controller, Assistant Controller, or accounting leader * CPA strongly preferred * Hardware ...

Strategic Employment

Controller

Culver City, CA

$165K/yr

Controller -- Mid-City, Los Angeles, CA We are working with a well-established nonprofit in the Mid ... Nonprofit, government-contracted, or grant-funded organization experience * ERP or accounting ...

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Controller

Culver City, CA · On-site

$165K/yr

Controller -- Mid-City, Los Angeles, CA We are working with a well-established nonprofit in the Mid ... Nonprofit, government-contracted, or grant-funded organization experience * ERP or accounting ...

Henpen Corporation

Controller

Los Alamitos, CA · On-site

Controller Los Alamitos, California, USA 135000-160000 Controller Los Alamitos, CA - Onsite A ... Ensure compliance with US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, and all applicable government ...

Howmet

Government Contracts Manager

Torrance, CA · On-site

Job Schedule Full time * Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled ... Prepare and conduct training on various government contracting topics . * Develop process ...

Henpen Corporation

Controller

Los Alamitos, CA · On-site

Controller Los Alamitos, California, USA 135000-160000 A leading manufacturer of aerospace bearing ... Ensure compliance with US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, and all applicable government ...

Robert Half

Controller

Emeryville, CA · On-site

$180K - $200K/yr

We are looking for a Controller to support document-focused operations in Emeryville, California ... Partner across teams to maintain accurate, timely financial and government reporting. * Oversee ...

Industrious Ventures

Controller

Torrance, CA · On-site

Antares has raised over $130M in venture capital from top-tier investors and has over $13M in government funding. About the Team As the first Controller at Antares, you will build and scale the ...

Antares

Controller

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Antares has raised over $130M in venture capital from top‑tier investors and has over $13M in government funding. About the Team As the first Controller at Antares, you will build and scale the ...

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Do you need a degree to be a government controller?

A government controller typically needs at least a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. Relevant experience and professional certifications, such as CPA or CMA, are often required or preferred for this role.

What do government controllers do in government?

Government controllers are responsible for overseeing financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting within government agencies. They ensure compliance with regulations, maintain accurate financial records, and often use accounting software to manage public funds effectively.

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Infographic showing various Government Controller job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Financial Controller with Government, Manufacturing, Aerospace exper

Whittier, CA • On-site

Confidential
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$150K - $165K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Financial Controller with Government, Manufacturing, Aerospace experience


Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to direct our financial reporting, technical accounting, and regulatory compliance. Reporting directly to executive leadership, you will oversee corporate accounting operations, lead external and federal audit readiness, and serve as the technical authority on GAAP, FAR/DFARS, and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS).

This role is designed for a governance-focused financial leader who excels in corporate accounting oversight within a high-precision, contract-driven manufacturing environment.


Core Responsibilities

Financial Governance, Reporting & General Ledger

  • Direct month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycles, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely financial statements in strict adherence to US GAAP.
  • Maintain complete oversight of the general ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, revenue recognition (ASC 606), and internal control frameworks (SOX/COSO-aligned).
  • Oversee treasury, tax filings, payroll governance, and technical accounting research for complex commercial and federal transactions.

Government Contracting Compliance & Audit Defense

  • Serve as the principal authority for federal compliance, ensuring consistent adherence to FAR, DFARS, and CAS.
  • Lead all interactions, documentation preparation, and audit defense for DCAA, DCMA, and independent external CPA audits.
  • Manage government milestone billings, progress payments, incurred cost submissions (ICS), and allowable versus unallowable cost determinations.
  • Oversee the design, monitoring, and true-up of indirect cost rate pools and allocation structures.

Technical Cost Accounting & Inventory Oversight

  • Guide the cost accounting framework, establishing robust accounting policies for Bill of Materials (BOM), Work-in-Progress (WIP), inventory valuation, and absorption.
  • Partner consultatively with operational leaders to ensure manufacturing inventory workflows and standard costing translate accurately into financial ledger integrity.

Team Leadership & Strategic Financial Stewardship

  • Lead, mentor, and build capacity across the corporate accounting team (AP, AR, Payroll, and General Accounting).
  • Coordinate financial forecasting, budget variances, and cash flow modeling to support executive decision-making.

Qualifications

  • Experience: 8+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3–5 years operating as a Controller or Assistant Controller within a government-contracting manufacturing environment.
  • Technical Mastery: Deep working knowledge of US GAAP, FAR/DFARS, CAS, and DCAA/DCMA audit protocols.
  • Credentials: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; active CPA or CMA a plus.
  • Systems: Hands-on proficiency with tier-one or tier-two manufacturing ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Deltek Costpoint, or NetSuite); advanced financial modeling capabilities.
  • Attributes: High technical precision, ethical leadership, and the communication skills required to translate complex compliance requirements to executive leadership and mentorship of support team.
  • Onsite: Position is on-site M-F senior management/exempt

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with discretionar management bonus structure
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match

Company Description

Super, Team oriented environment with a customer-centric focus and a great reputation.