Financial Controller
Destination Concepts ‚Ä¢ San Diego, CA ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $115,000–$150,000 / year
Posted on Wed, Jul 29, 2026
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Primary Objectives:
The Financial Controller is responsible for leading the organization's accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial reporting. This role oversees the monthly close process, general ledger management, budgeting and forecasting activities, cash flow planning, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and external audit coordination.
The Financial Controller provides financial analysis, reporting, and recommendations to support leadership decision-making. This position ensures sound financial stewardship while maintaining efficient accounting processes and strong internal controls that support organizational growth and operational excellence.
Major Areas of Accountability:
Financial Reporting & Analysis:
- Prepare and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements using Business Central
- Develop executive reporting and financial dashboards that provide visibility into organizational performance
- Analyze financial results, trends, and key performance indicators to support strategic decision-making
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to leadership regarding business performance, profitability, and operational opportunities
Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Management
- Lead the annual budgeting process and coordinate budget development across departments
- Maintain rolling forecasts and long-range financial projections
- Evaluate actual financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying significant variances and underlying business drivers
- Partner with department leaders to improve financial accountability and support resource allocation decisions
- Assess the financial impact of new initiatives, investments, and operational changes
Accounting Operations & General Ledger Oversight:
- Direct the monthly and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
- Oversee general ledger integrity, account reconciliations, journal entries, accruals, and financial adjustments
- Maintain accounting policies, procedures, and chart of accounts structure
- Ensure accounting transactions are recorded accurately and in compliance with established standards
- Continuously improve accounting processes, controls, and efficiencies
Cash Flow & Treasury Management:
- Monitor organizational liquidity and cash requirements
- Develop and maintain short- and long-term cash flow forecasts
- Analyze working capital trends and recommend opportunities to improve liquidity and cash utilization
- Provide leadership with visibility into cash positions and funding needs
Internal Controls & Financial Compliance:
- Establish and maintain effective internal controls that safeguard company assets and ensure financial accuracy
- Oversee compliance with accounting standards, corporate policies, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Evaluate financial processes for control gaps and implement corrective actions where necessary
- Ensure appropriate financial approvals, documentation, and segregation of duties are maintained
- Support organizational risk management efforts related to financial operations
Audit & External Partner Management:
- Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors, tax advisors, and other external accounting partners
- Lead annual audit preparation and coordinate required schedules, documentation, and responses
- Ensure timely completion of audit deliverables and implementation of audit recommendations
- Maintain audit readiness and support regulatory reporting requirements throughout the year
Leadership & Team Development:
- Provide leadership and guidance to accounting and finance personnel
- Establish performance expectations and ensure accountability for departmental objectives
- Foster a culture of accuracy, continuous improvement, and customer service
- Support cross-functional initiatives by providing financial expertise and business partnership
Knowledge and Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- 7+ years of progressive accounting and financial management experience
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls
- Experience managing month-end close processes and general ledger accounting
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting systems
- Experience managing audits and external financial relationships
- Experience with ERP, accounting, and financial planning systems
- Experience supporting executive leadership teams and departmental budgeting processes
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights
Employee Benefits at DCi
At DCi, our employees are the source of our success. Our benefit philosophy is to empower and incentivize our team by offering comprehensive plans and choices that protect their health and well-being; and that of their loved ones. We strive to be a preferred employer in our field by providing benefits that support your life inside and outside of work.
Highlights of Our Benefits Package:
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- 401(k) with Company Match (eligibility applies)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA, DCFSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Team Bonding Events & Wellness Classes
…and so much more!
Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status and length of service.
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