Northwood Space
Controller
Torrance, CA · Full-time · Posted Aug 25, 2026
- Experience
- 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including prior controller or senior accounting role.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State, to conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR.
About the job
Leads Northwood Space’s accounting and financial operations, builds financial systems and controls, and provides planning and reporting to company leadership.
What you'll do
- Transition and oversee accounting functions, including monthly close, AP/AR, payroll management, revenue recognition, and cost accounting.
- Build financial infrastructure and controls; partner with leadership on planning, capital strategy, and operational decisions.
- Oversee transactional AP/AR work, reporting, audits, tax filings, and development of the finance team.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including a prior controller or senior accounting role.
- Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., NetSuite or similar).
- Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, ASC 606, and internal controls.
Nice to have
- Startup or manufacturing environment experience.
- Experience in aerospace, satellite, telecommunications, or defense; SQL or other data tools for supplier and quality analytics.
Tools
NetSuite, SQL, GAAP, ASC 606
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