Controller

Torrance, CAfull timeOn Site

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NorthwoodSpace Controller at NorthwoodSpace leads financial systems design, forecasting, and reporting while managing core accounting operations. The role includes building the finance team and promoting financial discipline company-wide.

Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership:
Lead the in-house transition of accounting functions (monthly close, AP/AR, payroll management, revenue recognition & cost accounting systems design)
Build and oversee the company’s financial infrastructure, implement functional accounting strategies, reporting frameworks, and internal controls
Partner with leadership on business planning, capital strategy, and operational decision-making
Provide timely and insightful financial reporting to executives, board members, and investors
Establish and champion company-wide financial controls that promote financial discipline and responsible spending
Play a leadership role in shaping the company’s culture around cost-awareness and ROI-driven decision-making
Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team as the company scales
Evaluate and implement financial systems and tools that enable growth and efficiency
Support external audits, tax filings, and investor reporting
Accounts Payable (AP):
Process vendor invoices, match POs to receipts, ensure proper coding of expenses and ensure timely payments

Qualification

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingProficiency with accounting software (eStrong understanding of GAAPHands-on and detail-orientedPrior experience in the aerospaceAdditional InformationTo conform to U

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (CPA or CMA a plus)
10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including prior controller or senior accounting role
Experience in a start-up or manufacturing environment strongly preferred
Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite or similar)
Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, ASC 606 and internal controls
Hands-on and detail-oriented, with willingness to handle transactional tasks as well as strategic projects

Preferred

Prior experience in the aerospace, satellite, telecommunications, or defense industries
Proficient in SQL or other data tools for supplier and quality analytics
Startup or fast-paced environment experience a plus
Additional Information:
If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Northwood Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Northwood Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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