Financial Controller
Pinnacle
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Orange • California • United States
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Salary
💰 $120,000 - $150,000 per year
About the role
- Provide strategic leadership within the Finance Department, including AR, AP, Fuel Processing, Treasury, Payroll and Audit teams
- Oversee daily financial operations to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with company policies and regulatory standards
- Manage and optimize cash flow through effective oversight of billing, collections, and vendor payment processes
- Lead and develop departmental managers (AR Manager, AP Manager, Fuel Processing Manager, Merchandising Audit Manager, and Retail Audit Manager)
- Establish, monitor, and improve internal control systems to safeguard assets and ensure process integrity
- Collaborate with the Vice President of Finance to align financial reporting with operational performance and company strategy
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and collection performance; implement strategies to reduce delinquencies and improve DSO
- Oversee accounts payable accuracy and efficiency, ensuring timely payments and vendor compliance
- Manage fuel processing activities to ensure proper data integration, pricing validation, and revenue recognition
- Manage payroll team to insure full compliance with all state and federal requirements, accurate and timely payment, reconciliation of pay taxes and benefits
- Oversee retail and merchandising audit functions to maintain compliance, detect irregularities, and ensure financial transparency
- Lead departmental meetings and performance reviews to drive accountability, process improvement, and team development
- Develop and implement financial procedures, policies, and system improvements to enhance departmental efficiency
- Conduct critical analysis of revenue and expenses to report on areas for improvement and increase efficiency
- Partner with Operations, Commercial, and Facilities departments to ensure accurate financial data and process alignment
- Participate in audit preparation, regulatory reporting, and risk management initiatives as required
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration required; MBA or Master’s degree preferred
- 10–15 years of progressive financial management experience
- Strong background in financial operations management, including AR, AP, and auditing functions
- Experience managing fuel processing, retail, or energy-related financial workflows preferred
- Proven success implementing internal controls, process automation, and team development strategies
- Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and cash flow management principles
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Voluntary supplemental benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Employee discounts and company-sponsored programs
- Opportunities for training, development, and career growth
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
financial operations managementaccounts receivableaccounts payableauditingcash flow managementinternal controlsprocess automationfinancial reportingGAAPrevenue recognition
Soft Skills
strategic leadershipteam developmentcollaborationaccountabilityprocess improvementcritical analysiscommunicationorganizational skillsperformance managementvendor management
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in FinanceBachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in Business AdministrationMBAMaster’s degree