CooperDouglas is partnering with a rapidly growing brand to identify a Controller to join their dynamic team in Newport Beach. This role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of the accounting function and serve as a key partner to leadership as the company continues to scale both domestically and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all day-to-day accounting operations, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close
• Lead technical accounting areas including memos, complex accounting issues, and proper application of GAAP across transactions
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow, along with management reporting for leadership
• Maintain and oversee the general ledger and chart of accounts, ensuring accuracy and proper classification of transactions
• Oversee payroll and employee expense processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Support all tax-related matters by coordinating with external advisors across federal, state, and sales/use tax requirements
• Establish and strengthen accounting processes, internal controls, and policies to support a growing business
• Act as a key partner to leadership, providing clear insights into financial performance and trends
• Support entity structuring and international expansion initiatives as the business grows

Qualifications

• CPA is required
• Public Accounting Experience highly desired
• 6–10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong technical accounting experience is required
• Prior experience conducting technical accounting research and memos is required
• Strong hands-on experience across general ledger, reconciliations, month-end close
• Proven ability to prepare financial statements and management reporting
• Experience working in multi-entity and/or international environments is a plus
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and experience working with external auditors and tax advisors
• Advanced Excel skills with ability to build reports and models
• Proven track record improving processes and controls in a fast-paced environment

This position is hybrid in Newport Beach, CA. Compensation for this role includes base range of $180-$195K + Bonus & exceptional benefits!