We are seeking a
Financial Controller with proven expertise in
U.S. apparel manufacturing finance to lead our financial operations, strengthen internal controls, and partner closely with production, sourcing, and executive leadership. Operating at a large scale on
QuickBooks Online requires a true
Guardian mindset-someone who can manage massive transaction volumes, ensure data integrity, and protect margins in a fast-moving, deadline-driven environment.
This role is ideal for a
high-horsepower financial leader who understands the complexities of overseas production, inventory-in-transit, and big-box/club-store distribution in the U.S.
Key Responsibilities: - Full ownership of financial operations: AP, AR, GL, payroll, and institutional-grade financial reporting.
- Ensure high annual revenue transactions are accurately captured in QBO, bridging the gap between high-volume operational data and the General Ledger.
- Lead the month-end and year-end close, including consolidations, accruals, reconciliations, and comprehensive audit preparation.
- Oversee cost accounting for raw materials, trims, labor, overhead, WIP, and finished goods.
- Serve as the primary lead for Factoring relationships, A/R financing, and bank borrowing base certificates.
- Establish and enforce checks and balances to validate production cost sheets (managed by the COO) against actual bank outflows and factory invoices.
- Manage the cash-flow gap between overseas factory deposits and large-scale wholesale collections.
- Lead year-end financial reviews/audits and ensure GAAP compliance across multi-state and international operations.
- Collaborate closely with Production, Sourcing, Logistics, and Executive Leadership to improve processes, reporting, and financial visibility.
- Prepare audit packages, lender reporting, and compliance documentation with accuracy and timeliness.
What We're Looking For - Must reside in Torrance, CA and work on-site full-time.
- 12+ years of accounting experience, with atleast 5+ years in apparel manufacturing.
- Apparel experience is non-negotiable, including cost accounting, inventory-in-transit, and production workflow familiarity.
- Strong proficiency in QuickBooks Online and experience integrating with 3PL/Warehouse Management Systems.
- Experience managing year-end financial reviews and supporting external auditors.
- Proven ability to manage high-volume data environments using Excel and QBO.
- Direct experience managing Factoring and A/R Financing draws.
- Expert-level Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Power Query) to organize, audit, and reconcile large datasets.
- Experience managing an accounting team (AP, AR, Staff Accountants) in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Benefits: - 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work Location: In person
