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CFO/Controller

Avatco

  • Pomona, CA
  • Today
  • Full-time

Highlights

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Controller to oversee accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and ensure accurate financial reporting and inventory accounting.

Numbers & Facts

LocationPomona, CA
Job TypeFull-time
HeadquartersPomona, CA, US
Websitehttps://www.wtdonline.net/

Description

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Controller to oversee accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and ensure accurate financial reporting and inventory accounting.

Job Responsibilities

Financial Accounting & Reporting 

  • Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliations.
  • Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
  • Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and supporting schedules.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and established company accounting policies.
  • Investigate accounting discrepancies and implement corrective actions. 

 

Inventory & Cost Accounting

  • Oversee inventory accounting, inventory valuation, and cost of goods sold (COGS) accuracy.
  • Ensure proper allocation and recording of landed costs, including freight, customs duties, tariffs, and other import-related expenses.
  • Reconcile inventory records between the ERP system, general ledger, and warehouse operations.
  • Review inventory adjustments, write-offs, stock variances, and related financial impacts.
  • Identify and resolve discrepancies involving purchase orders, vendor bills, inventory receipts, and product costs.

Internal Controls & Process Improvement 

  • Develop and strengthen internal accounting controls, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Establish controls to prevent duplicate invoices, duplicate payments, incorrect cost allocations, and other accounting errors.
  • Review existing accounting workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and accountability.
  • Support ERP system improvements, data integrity initiatives, and accounting process automation.
  • Coordinate with internal teams to investigate and resolve financial and operational discrepancies. 

Operational & Cross-Functional Support 

  • Partner with warehouse, purchasing, logistics, and sales teams to ensure accurate financial recording of inventory movements and business transactions.
  • Support accounting for imported inventory, in-transit shipments, and factory-direct orders.
  • Provide financial analysis and reporting to support operational and management decisions.
  • Lead, train, and develop accounting staff while establishing clear performance expectations and accountability.
  • Assist with audits, tax-related reporting, and other financial compliance requirements. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities.
  • Experience in wholesale distribution, import/distribution, or another inventory-intensive physical goods business.
  • Strong knowledge of inventory accounting, inventory valuation, COGS, and general ledger reconciliations.
  • Demonstrated experience managing month-end close and preparing financial statements.
  • Strong understanding of GAAP and internal accounting controls.
  • Experience working with ERP/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
  • Proven ability to investigate financial discrepancies, identify root causes, and implement process improvements.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional problem-solving skills.
  • Comfortable working in a hands-on environment and taking ownership of accounting issues. 

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