Job Title: Controller

Job Description

We are seeking a hands-on, plant-facing Controller with expertise in GovCon Manufacturing. This role involves responsibility for percent-complete revenue recognition under ASC 606, leading manufacturing cost accounting, providing bid support, and establishing a financial partnership with the General Manager at a $20M defense/aerospace manufacturing site.

Responsibilities

Partner with senior management to define and execute the global Finance and Accounting strategic plan to maximize the company's financial performance.Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and internal processes.Lead the accounting department and advise management on managerial accounting information.Manage all accounting operations, monitoring costs and capital expenditures.Direct the preparation of budgets, financial forecasts, and variance reports.Develop business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.Ensure timely and complete financial statements and oversee the preparation of the corporate annual report.Accurately report financial results according to GAAP and/or IFRS.Prepare reports summarizing and forecasting business activity and financial position.Provide financial analyses for capital investments, pricing decisions, and contract negotiations.Gather and analyze data for commercial pricing decisions and ensure competitive proposals.Lead and direct a team of employees based on business needs.Manage staff selection, performance, development, and training processes.

Essential Skills

Hands-on experience applying ASC 606 and a clear understanding of cost-to-cost revenue recognition.Ability to explain ETC, revenue true-ups, and margin impact.Expertise in manufacturing cost accounting, including job costing, overhead allocation, and variance analysis.Exposure to government contracts and understanding of allowable vs non-allowable costs.Organized documentation for audits and bids, and FAR awareness.Operational partnership with GM and Ops, translating financials into plant-floor actions.Bachelor’s in Accounting strongly preferred; Finance degree acceptable with deep cost accounting background.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Defense or aerospace manufacturing background.CPA certification.Prior audit defense experience.Experience supporting bids and proposals.Multi-plant ERP exposure.Blue Origin or space program exposure.

Work Environment

This role operates in a flexible and dynamic environment that is constantly changing. The team size includes three people across two locations: an AP/AR person and a senior accountant. The dress code is business casual. The standard hours are 8 AM to 5 PM onsite, with flexibility on the start time.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Los Alamitos, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

The benefits will be provided.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Los Alamitos,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026.

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\nAbout Aston Carter\n\n

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.

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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.

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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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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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