Job Description

Operations Controller

Salary: $145,000 - $155,000

Location: Los Alamitos, CA

We are seeking an experienced Operations Controlle r to lead cost accounting, audit compliance, and financial analysis within a high-volume manufacturing or aerospace environment. This role is responsible for maintaining a fully compliant Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) system while overseeing inventory management, cost variance analysis, and government contract accounting.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply cost accounting principles and maintain the ERP cost system
• Develop and implement cost accounting procedures and methods.
• Oversee monthly cycle counts, inventory audits, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Analyze material and labor cost variances to evaluate business efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with CAS, FAR, and DFARS for government contract accounting.
• Prepare and analyze cost proposals, burden rates, and expense budgets.
• Lead month-end close processes, including journal entries and inventory reconciliations.
• Provide financial insights through margin reports, cost analysis, and profitability studies.
• Supervise and guide a Financial Planning & Analysis team of three analysts.

Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field is required.
• 7-10 years of cost accounting experience in aerospace or high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of standard and actual costing methodologies.
• Extensive experience with Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Cost-Plus contracts.
• Knowledge of government audits and regulatory compliance.
• Supervisory experience (1-3 years) in financial planning and analysis.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in financial reporting, variance analysis, and inventory evaluations.
• Ability to present financial data clearly to cross-functional teams.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems preferred.

Apply now to join a well-established organization and take the next step in your caree r! Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to Alissa at alissa.do@adeccona.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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