Controller (GASB)

Controller with governmental enterprise fund accounting experince needed! $160,000 - $180,000

  • Irvine, CA
  • $160,000 - $180,000
  • Managed by Jobot Pro: Mike Williams
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A bit about us:

Established in the 1980s and headquartered in Irvine, we are dedicated to improving mobility in Orange County and Southern California. Our primary objective is to develop and manage publicly owned toll facilities as integral components of the regional transportation infrastructure. As a public agency, we are entrusted with the planning, financing, construction, and operation of the largest toll road network in the state. This network, funded by private investments and constructed without significant taxpayer dollars, serves as a vital alternative to congested non-tolled routes, offering commuters a safe, reliable, and time-efficient travel option.

Why join us?

  • Competitive base salary and overall compensation package
  • 401 K with generous company match
  • Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Generous PTO, vacation, sick, and holiday schedule
  • Life Insurance coverage

Job Details

  • Essential Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a closely-related field, along with an active - - CPA license and 7 years of progressive experience in professional accounting/auditing.
  • Leadership Role: Manage and coordinate a diverse team, ensuring accuracy in day-to-day accounting operations, financial statement preparation, and policy enforcement.
  • Strategic Influence: Act as a key liaison with external auditors, manage financial system modifications, and identify improvement opportunities to enhance operational efficiency.

  • Strong audit and technical accounting background, preferably in governmental enterprise fund accounting
  • Significant experience in municipal bond and pension accounting.
  • Be a proven accounting and financial reporting expert with extensive audit experience.
  • Be a proactive, big-picture thinker who also has strong detail-orientation.
  • Have an inclination for efficiency creation and process improvements.
  • Be an excellent manager, mentor, teacher and motivator.
  • Ability to explain complicated subjects in a manner that is understandable by staff, executives and members of the board.
  • Have ability to work collaboratively with others to move concepts, projects and work assignments toward timely and successful completion.

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Job Details
Managed by Jobot Pro
Location
Irvine, CA
Job Type
Permanent
Compensation
$160,000 - $180,000