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Business Unit Controller

CFS

Santa Clara, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$150,000–$160,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Ad Hoc Financial Modeling, Analysis Skills, Asset Management, Billing, Budgeting, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Construction, Cost Accounting, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Fixed Assets, Help Desk, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Operational Audit, Operational Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Management, Project/Program Coordination, Purchasing/Procurement, Revenue Recognition, Schedule Development, Variable Costs, Variance Analysis, Vehicle Fleets, Warehousing
LOCATION
Santa Clara, CA
POSTED
2 days ago

Business Unit Controller


Location: Santa Clara, CA (on-site)
Salary Range: $150k-$160k

Position Overview


We are seeking a highly skilled Controller to partner with operational leadership and drive financial performance within a complex, project-based environment. This Controller will play a critical role in overseeing financial reporting, managing Work-in-Progress (WIP) accounting, and supporting a high-volume portfolio of active projects. The ideal candidate brings strong construction or manufacturing experience, deep knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting, and a hands-on leadership style.


Core Responsibilities


The Controller will be responsible for the following key functions:


1. Month-End Close & WIP Management (50%)



  • Lead month-end close processes with heavy focus on percentage-of-completion accounting

  • Manage WIP schedules across 200–300 concurrent projects

  • Coordinate with Project Managers and Project Accountants to validate cost, revenue recognition, and project status

  • Analyze margins, under/over billings, and budget variance

  • Facilitate preliminary and final WIP reviews with senior leadership


2. Financial Oversight & Reporting (20%)



  • Ensure accurate financial reporting, including revenue recognition and cost tracking

  • Perform variance analysis across direct costs, fleet, and project expenses

  • Support executive-level financial presentations and insights


3. Operational Leadership (20%)



  • Oversee AP, AR, Payroll, Procurement, Warehouse operations, and IT/Helpdesk functions

  • Drive process improvements and ensure adherence to closing timelines

  • Partner cross-functionally to ensure financial controls and data integrity


4. Special Projects & Asset Management (10%)



  • Lead CAPEX initiatives, fleet and fixed asset reviews

  • Execute ad hoc financial analyses and operational improvement projects


Month-End Close Process Snapshot


The Controller will drive a structured close process including:



  • Shutting down receiving and ensuring all procurement activity is recorded

  • Ensuring AP is fully captured and recognized

  • Validating billing accuracy and AR flow

  • Conducting job reviews with project teams for cost/revenue alignment

  • Performing variance analysis and identifying discrepancies

  • Leading WIP review meetings, including executive-level presentations


Core Competencies & Requirements


Must-Have Qualifications:



  • Strong experience with percentage-of-completion (POC) accounting

  • Proven financial reporting and variance analysis expertise

  • Background in construction or manufacturing environments

  • Experience with large ERP systems (Spectrum Viewpoint preferred)

  • Demonstrated ability to manage both processes and teams

  • Advanced Excel proficiency



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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/

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