Controller

Description We are extending an opportunity for a Controller in our thriving food manufacturing enterprise based in Encino, California. This role involves a hybrid work model, providing critical financial insights, exploring financial strategies, and collaborating with sales and customers in retail. The Controller will act as a reliable financial business partner for our commercial team, monitoring customer performance and driving significant decisions for the company.Responsibilities: Lead the financial performance analysis of customers, ensuring the provision of insightful reports and recommendations. Collaborate with the sales team to influence pricing, customer profitability, and overall commercial revenue based on detailed financial data. Actively participate in the development of promotional strategies, evaluations, and recommendations. Deliver weekly financial KPI reports, providing customer-specific financial insights. Update and maintain financials for budget and mid-year customer plans for current and new markets, as well as for current and new products. Act as the finance lead towards customers, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of revenue growth management (RGM), financial KPIs, and insights. Assess and manage manufacturing costs while maintaining accurate customer credit records. Process customer credit applications accurately and efficiently. Utilize your skills in manufacturing cost accounting, KPI reporting, financial statement analysis, and evaluation of customer and product profitability. Requirements Minimum of 7 years of experience in a similar role as a Controller Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; a Master’s degree or detail oriented certification (e.g., CPA) is preferred Proven experience in the Manufacturing sector Proficiency in Manufacturing Costs and Manufacturing Cost Accounting Strong skills in KPI Reporting and Financial Statement preparation Demonstrable experience with Customer Profitability analysis Proven track record of Product Profitability assessment Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities Strong leadership qualities, including the ability to manage and motivate a team Advanced proficiency in Excel and other financial software. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .