Hands-on Financial Controller (Turnaround Specialist)

Los Angeles, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Company: Versa Desk

Location: On-site full time

Industry: Manufacturing (Standing Desks) and DTC E-Commerce

About Versa Desk

Versa Desk is the premier standing desk manufacturer and a patent holder with ambitious growth goals. We pride ourselves on rigorous processes data-driven decision making and a hands-on approach to turning around operations. We are looking for a resilient financial controller who thrives in challenging environments and enjoys fixing and optimizing processes from the ground up.

The Role

As our Hands-on Financial Controller you will lead the financial health of the company through a critical turnaround phase and drive scalable growth across manufacturing and online marketing activities. You will work closely with leadership to implement robust controls improve cash flow optimize cost structures and ensure accurate timely financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Turnaround leadership: Diagnose root causes of financial underperformance develop actionable corrective plans and drive implementation across finance manufacturing and marketing teams.
Manufacturing finance: Oversee cost accounting standard costs BOMs work-in-progress shop floor costing and variance analysis; partner with operations to improve throughput and reduce waste.
Online marketing finance: Manage ROI analyses attribution models channel profitability and budget controls for digital marketing efforts (paid search social email content).
Cash flow and working capital: Optimize working capital forecast cash needs manage collections and payables and lead treasury activities as needed.
Financial reporting & controls: Remove inefficiencies in month-end close deliver timely management reporting and strengthen internal controls policies and procedures.
Budgeting & forecasting: Lead annual budgeting rolling forecasts and scenario planning aligned with growth targets.
Compliance & risk management: Ensure compliance with Canadian accounting standards tax filings and regulatory requirements; assess and mitigate financial risks.
Process improvement: Document and standardize processes; implement scalable systems and automation where feasible.
Cross-functional collaboration: Partner with production supply chain marketing and executive leadership to drive performance.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Hands-on pragmatic problem-solver who enjoys diagnosing and fixing processes.
Turnaround and change-management experience with demonstrable results.
Manufacturing expertise (cost accounting standard costing BOMs WIP manufacturing variances).
Online marketing financial stewardship (ROI attribution channel profitability budgeting for digital campaigns).
Strong Canadian exposure with comfort navigating Canadian GAAP tax and regulatory requirements.
Growth-oriented mindset who supports company expansion while safeguarding controls.
Willingness to say no to mergers and acquisitions and focus on practical implementable improvements that contribute to core growth.
Communication and leadership skills to influence across departments and levels.
Education & credentials: CPA or equivalent strongly preferred; other accounting qualifications considered with relevant experience.

Requirements

Minimum 57 years of progressive financial leadership experience including hands-on controllership ideally in manufacturing with digital/online marketing components.
Proven track record in turnaround situations or significant process improvements.
Deep understanding of manufacturing cost accounting standard costing and variance analysis.
Experience with digital marketing finance campaign budgeting and ROI measurement.
Excellent analytical problem-solving and stakeholder-management skills.
Strong planning forecasting and cash management capabilities.
Proficiency with ERP systems and financial planning software; ability to drive system enhancements.
Knowledge of Canadian financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements.

What We Offer

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
Comprehensive benefits package
Flexible work arrangement with on-site collaboration
Opportunity to influence a fast-growing patent-holding company
Collaborative results-driven culture that values continuous improvement

How to Apply

If you are energized by turning around underperforming processes have a hands-on approach and want to contribute to Versa Desks growth trajectory wed love to hear from you.

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Company: Versa DeskLocation: On-site full timeIndustry: Manufacturing (Standing Desks) and DTC E-CommerceAbout Versa DeskVersa Desk is the premier standing desk manufacturer and a patent holder with ambitious growth goals. We pride ourselves on rigorous processes data-driven decision making and a ha...