Controller

We are looking for an experienced Controller to support our client in Los Angeles, California in a Contract position. This role will lead core accounting activities, ensure timely and accurate month-end reporting, and provide hands-on oversight across reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and cash monitoring. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, advanced Excel capability, and practical experience working in QuickBooks within a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Lead the month-end close process and ensure the general ledger is finalized accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, researching variances and resolving outstanding items promptly.
• Develop complete financial statements and supporting schedules for management review.
• Manage accounting for prepaid expenses, depreciation, fixed assets, fair value-related calculations, and reserve activity with a high degree of accuracy.
• Monitor daily and periodic cash positions to help maintain visibility into liquidity and account balances.
• Record and track origination fee activity in accordance with established accounting treatment.
• Review payroll-related journal entries to confirm completeness, proper coding, and overall accuracy before posting.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight to one direct report, helping maintain quality and consistency across accounting operations.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience serving in a Controller or accounting leadership capacity within a hands-on environment.
• Strong background in month-end close, account reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks with the ability to manage core accounting functions efficiently.
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to analyze data and build supporting schedules.
• Knowledge of accounting for prepaid items, fixed assets, depreciation, fees, and reserve calculations.
• Experience reviewing payroll journal entries and identifying posting or coding discrepancies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Compensation

$60.00-$65.00 Hourly

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