Overview

Wieland is hiring a Controller. The Controller is responsible for leading all accounting and financial reporting activities for the South Gate manufacturing operation. This role ensures the integrity and accuracy of financial records, oversees the monthly close process, maintains strong internal controls, and provides financial analysis that supports operational and strategic decision-making. The Controller serves as the primary financial business partner for the local leadership team while ensuring compliance with corporate accounting policies, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), regulatory requirements, and internal control standards.

This role is located in South Gate, CA and will be fully on-site. While this role is local, occasional travel to other locations may be required (10% travel). 

Base Salary Range: $114,600 – $143,355

May be eligible for a variable compensation plan bonus based upon company performance within fiscal year cycle.  

At Wieland, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, our ranges reflect our good faith estimate to pay fairly. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be based upon various factors unique to each individual that may include but are not limited to years of experience, industry knowledge, technical skills, education, qualifications, etc. 

Responsibilities

Controller Responsibilities:

• Direct all month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review, approve, and reconcile all balance sheet accounts and month-end tasks.
• Review, analyze, and post payroll-related journal entries, including wage, bonus, tax, and benefit accruals.
• Review and approve inventory accounting, including stores inventory, manufacturing inventory, and inventory reserves.
• Review and approve accruals related to operating liabilities.
• Open and close accounting periods and ensure all journal entries are accurate, complete, and properly supported.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting packages for business unit leadership, North America finance, and corporate headquarters.
• Review monthly financial results with the Business Unit President and senior leadership, providing meaningful analysis of operating performance.
• Prepare monthly reporting and business review presentations in accordance with corporate reporting deadlines.
• Analyze financial performance, identifying key variances versus budget, forecast, and prior year, while providing actionable recommendations.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, human resources, engineering, and commercial teams to support financial planning and business initiatives.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning activities for the business unit.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls over financial reporting, inventory, fixed assets, purchasing, and other key business processes.
• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, GAAP, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Serve as the primary financial contact for internal audits, external audits, tax examinations, and regulatory reviews.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, capital project accounting, depreciation, and physical asset verification.
• Monitor cash management activities, working capital, inventory valuation, and cost control initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, financial systems, reporting automation, and operational efficiencies.
• Support strategic business decisions through financial modeling, profitability analysis, and capital investment evaluations.

Controller Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation preferred
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years of leadership or management experience.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, cost accounting, inventory accounting, and internal controls.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and financial consolidation/reporting systems such as OneStream.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex financial information and communicate recommendations to senior leadership.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Excellent leadership, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and customer service.

Qualifications

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.