Finance Controller Jobs in California

A Finance Controller plays a crucial role in the finance industry by managing all financial aspects of the company. They are responsible for producing periodic financial reports, maintaining an adequate system of accounting records, and implementing comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards. They also play an important part in formulating financial strategies, managing budgeting processes, and advising on investment activities.

Important skills for a Finance Controller include strong analytical, strategic planning, and management abilities, and excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods. They must also possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification. Prior to taking on the role of a Finance Controller, a professional may have held positions such as a Senior Accountant, Financial Analyst, or an Assistant Controller.

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LA Family Housing

Grant Finance Manager

Pay Rate USD $105,000.00/Yr. Why Join Us You believe that every person deserves a place to call home. You see that homelessness is a systemic issue and want to be a part of the solution. You are...

Business Finance Manager

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 13 days ago

Salary: $90,000 Annually Hybrid Schedule (1x a week in office, 4 remote) Prepare financial plans in accordance with annual budgets, quarterly revenue and profit targets, headcount authorizations, and...

Finance Manager, Real Estate and Workplace Services

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago

In this role, you will: Support annual budgeting, quarterly forecasts, monthly financial reporting, and variance analysis for REW functions globally....

Workday Financials Lead

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Workday Financials Lead Remote, however candidate needs to support in Pacific time zones Pay Range: $75-85/hr Note: This role is a replacement for an existing contractor. We are seeking a...

Financial Management - Level 2

  • Palmdale, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Palmdale, CA
  • 2 hours ago

You will be the Financial Management Analyst for the Advanced Development Programs (ADP) Program Finance team. What You Will Be Doing As the Financial Management Analyst you will be supporting a...

Finance Manager

  • Escondido, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 5 hours ago

This position is open until filled. A first review of applications will take place during the week of June 30, 2025. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be...

Field Financial Coordinator

  • Del Rey Oaks, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Del Rey Oaks, CA
  • 11 hours ago

BluePearl Pet Hospital is looking for a Field Financial Coordinator to support 2 Hospitals in California (Monterey and Reno) **Pay range** : $25.71 - 33.76/Hr The Field Financial Coordinator is...

Manager, Financial Systems

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 12 hours ago

Partner with Accounting, Financial Planning, Production Finance and Disney teams to Assist in the completion of audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations of system controls....

Finance Manager, Robotics

  • Burlingame, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Burlingame, CA
  • 15 hours ago

The Financial Planning & Analysis team oversees our investments in headcount, operating expenses and capital investment....

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

  • Los Alamitos, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Los Alamitos, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Required Skills and Experience: Minimum 5-8 years of experience focusing in Financial Planning & Analysis....

planning, budgeting and forecasting - Business/Merger integration - Reconciliation redesign or improvement Requires travel up to 70%, of which 20% may be international, in order to serve client needs...

OCFO Financial Management Analysts

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 1 day ago

OCFO Financial Management Analysts DEFTEC Corporation - 5.0 El Segundo, CA Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $140,000 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance...

Finance Manager

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

**Roles & Responsibilities:** + **Drive Financial Performance** - Own all financial aspects of the Zone P&L, from Orders and Revenue through EBITDA, ensuring accuracy in forecasting, variance analysis...

Strategic Finance Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Veeam, the #1 global market leader in data resilience, believes businesses should control all their data whenever and wherever they need it. Veeam provides data resilience through data backup,...

Remote Work

Title: Senior Finance Manager

  • Hercules, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hercules, CA
  • 1 day ago

How You'll Make An Impact: Financial Planning and Analysis: Lead the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for the GSC Global Operations CDG organization....

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Salary for Finance Controller Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Finance Controllers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.0%
Master's Degree
39.6%
High School or GED
3.2%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Finance Controllers in California
10+ years
24.0%
6-8 years
24.0%
4-6 years
20.0%
8-10 years
16.0%
2-4 years
12.0%
1-2 years
4.0%


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