Controller
Description
Controller
Location: Torrance, CA
For more than 50 years, Lonseal, Inc. has built a reputation as a trusted leader in resilient sheet vinyl flooring, delivering innovative, high-performance solutions for industries ranging from healthcare and education to aviation, marine, hospitality, and commercial spaces. With a strong commitment to quality, durability, design, and sustainability, Lonseal continues to create products that meet the demands of specialized environments.
Lonseal is seeking an experienced Controller to provide strong financial leadership and oversee the organization’s accounting operations. This key role will be responsible for financial reporting, financing, audits, tax filings, and the management of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger functions. The ideal candidate will bring proven accounting expertise, sound financial judgment, and the leadership skills needed to guide and develop the accounting team while supporting the company’s continued success.
Best-in-Class Benefits and Culture:
We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by a competitive compensation of $120,000-$140,000 annually, depending on experience, and an extensive benefits package including:
- Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance provided
- Robust retirement planning: 401(k) plan available with employer matching
- Financial security: Life and disability insurance for added protection
- Flexible financial options: Health savings and flexible spending accounts offered
- Well-being and work-life balance: Paid time off
Plus, we work to maintain the best environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where everyone feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.
To thrive/succeed as the Controller, you should have:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance with 10+ years of progressively responsible accounting and management experience, including at least 7 years in an Accounting Manager, Accounting Supervisor, or Financial Manager role.
- Strong knowledge of general business and accounting practices, GAAP/IAS standards, bookkeeping principles, financial regulations, distribution operations, and global markets.
- Proven leadership and people-management skills, with the ability to direct teams, motivate employees, lead complex projects, and foster a collaborative, results-oriented environment.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to research and synthesize complex financial data, identify problems and relationships, and develop innovative, effective solutions.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize, multitask, work independently under pressure, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively across all levels and diverse cultures and deliver clear written, verbal, and executive presentations.
- Technology proficiency, including intermediate MS Office skills, intermediate SalesLogix knowledge, and advanced functional and technical knowledge of Sage 100 and Laserfiche.
Your responsibilities as the Controller will include:
Accounting Operations & Financial Reporting
- Oversee general accounting functions, including cash management and reconciliations, financial reporting, balance sheet and inventory management, sales commissions, royalties, and AR/AP activities.
- Lead month- and year-end close processes, including accruals, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting in accordance with company policies and GAAP.
- Safeguard company assets and ensure accurate, timely recording of transactions through effective internal controls and checks.
Budgeting, Analysis & Strategic Planning
- Develop annual and periodic budgets, prepare financial models, and analyze profitability, operating results, and performance against budget.
- Monitor debt levels and covenant compliance while providing financial insight to support strategic planning and management decisions.
Compliance, Audits & Controls
- Lead and support external audits while maintaining documented accounting policies, procedures, and fiscal controls.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax filings, government reporting requirements, insurance reporting, regulations, and applicable professional standards.
Accounting Leadership & Team Development
- Oversee accounting department operations and organizational structure to ensure departmental goals and objectives are achieved.
- Hire, train, coach, and evaluate accounting staff while promoting teamwork, professional development, accountability, and a positive work environment.
- Maintain confidentiality, resolve staff/client/vendor concerns professionally, and collaborate with management on policies, programs, and employee development.
Join Lonseal and become part of a collaborative team where your expertise, leadership, and ideas can make a meaningful impact on the company’s financial strength and continued growth. Apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.