Remote Program Manager Jobs in Torrance, CA (NOW HIRING)

Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value-added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record-setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions. We're always on the lookout for talented people to join our growing team.

Our services span collectible trading cards, autographs, comic books, coins, video games, event tickets, and memorabilia. Our subsidiaries include PSA, PCGS, Beckett, SGC, and Card Ladder.

Since our founding in 1986, we have graded and authenticated millions of items. We employ more than 3000 people across our headquarters in Santa Ana, California and offices in New Jersey, Texas, Florida, Japan, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Canada, Mexico, Germany, the UK, and France.

As part of our interview process, we request that candidates have their cameras on during video interviews. This helps foster meaningful conversation and allows us to create an experience that closely resembles our standard working environment. Certain interview steps may take place by phone. For remote roles, and at our discretion, candidates may be asked to participate in an on-site interview as part of the final stages of the process.

We understand there may be occasional circumstances requiring accommodation and are happy to discuss them as needed. Your recruiter will be able to clarify expectations and answer any questions you have.

Collectors is looking for a highly organized, execution-oriented Program Manager to join our Finance & Strategy team.This role will lead high-priority, cross-functional programs and build the infrastructure, reporting capabilities, and operational processes needed to support our next phase of growth.

You will serve as the connective tissue across Finance, Accounting, Legal, IT, and Operations keeping complex, multi-workstream programs aligned, accountable, and moving at pace. You'll report to the CFO's Chief of Staff and work from our Santa Ana, CA corporate headquarters.

What You'll Do

Program Management:

• Financial Reporting & Controls Infrastructure

• Lead process design and documentation across key finance and operations workstreams, identifying gaps between current-state practices and scaled, institutional standards

• Coordinate controls readiness across the organization, including tracking documentation, testing timelines, and remediation plans in partnership with Accounting and Internal Audit.

• Track and drive resolution of open items related to financial statement presentation, disclosure requirements, and accounting policy decisions across the organization.

• Support the development of board and audit committee reporting packages that demonstrate financial discipline and reporting maturity.

• Identify opportunities to reduce manual effort, increase automation, and build repeatable, scalable processes across Finance as the company grows.

Executive Communication & Stakeholder Reporting:

• Prepare program status updates, executive-ready presentations, and materials for key milestones including CFO reviews, audit committee meetings, and advisor sessions.

• Build and maintain a communication framework that keeps cross-functional stakeholders informed of program progress, key decisions, and action item ownership.

• Translate complex, multi-workstream program status into clear narratives and crisp visual formats for senior leadership consumption.

• Serve as the institutional knowledge base for active programs - maintaining documentation, tracking decisions, and ensuring knowledge continuity as teams scale and scope evolves.

Advisor & Cross-Functional Coordination:

• Manage coordination with external advisors, including legal counsel, financial advisors, and consultants, to ensure deliverables are on track, well-organized, and integrated into the master program plan.

• Serve as the institutional memory for active programs - maintaining documentation, tracking decisions, and ensuring knowledge continuity as teams scale and scope evolves.

Who You Are:

• 4-7 years of experience in finance, strategy, management consulting, investment banking, or a related field.

• Prior exposure to finance transformation, controls buildout, scaled reporting infrastructure, or complex cross-functional program management strongly preferred.

• Exceptional project manager - you can build and hold together a complex, multi-workstream program under pressure and drive accountability across teams without direct authority.

• Strong financial acumen; comfortable navigating financial reporting, accounting concepts, and operational finance discussions at a credible level of depth.

• Clear and confident communicator with the ability to distill complexity into executive-ready materials; polished written and verbal communication skills are essential for this role.

• High ownership mentality with a bias toward action - you anticipate problems before they escalate, drive clarity from ambiguity, and don't wait to be told what to do.

• Collaborative team player who builds trust quickly across functions and seniority levels, including working effectively with C-suite leaders and external advisors.

• Strong proficiency in Excel/Sheets and AI tools; familiarity with financial systems (e.g., NetSuite) a plus.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field required; MBA or CPA a plus.

Salary Range: The annual base salary range for this position is $110,891 - $180,035. Actual compensation within this range will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including location, job level, prior experience, and skill set. This role is eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Reasons to Join Us

• Health Insurance: All full-time employees are eligible to enroll in Medical, Dental, and Vision.

• Additional Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for fertility, commuter, and educational assistance benefits.

• 401(K) Matching Plan: We are proud to offer a competitive 401k matching plan to our employees to support their future financial goals.

• Vacation: All salaried employees are eligible for flexible time-off.

• Holiday Pay: All regular, full-time employees are eligible for ten company paid holidays.

• Employee Discounts: Employees receive discounts on select grading services for approved submissions.

• Flexible Hours: Many of our teams offer flexible schedules with varying shifts and will work with you to accommodate your needs.

• Fun Working Environment: Our team members are invited to participate in celebrations, holiday events, and team building activities.

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We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We believe that a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills will better service the diverse community of collectors we support.

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