Controller Jobs in San Jose, CA

A Controller, also known as a Financial Controller, is a senior executive who manages the accounting activities within a company. They oversee all financial functions including accounting, budget, credit, insurance, tax, and treasury. They are responsible for the preparation of financial reports, ensure that the reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or financial reporting standards, and design and monitor internal control systems. Controllers often serve as the chief accounting officer (CAO) and are responsible for the production of financial reports that summarize and forecast the organization's financial position, such as income statements, balance sheets, and analyses of future earnings or expenses.

A Controller should possess a high level of competency in accounting principles and procedures, strong leadership skills, and an ability to manage and oversee a team. They should have strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required, with many companies preferring a Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation. Prior to becoming a Controller, a professional may have job roles such as Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, or Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

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Real Estate Investment Fund Controller

  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The Real Estate Fund Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of a real estate investment fund, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with all accounting and tax...

Director of Cost Management

  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 2 days ago

Company Description From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering the full...

Plant Controller

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Lead weekly/monthly reviews of spend/hours, preparation of month-end closing entries and plant performance reports, provide plant variance analysis....

Senior Branch Controller

  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Livermore, CA (17 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description PCI is seeking an operations-minded Senior Branch Controller to support our San Francisco Bay area business located in Alameda, Benicia, and Livermore, CA....

Sales Controller, Global Commercial Operations

  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 3 days ago

Sales Controller, Global Commercial Operations We are seeking a seasoned and financially astute Sales Controller to lead global commercial governance, pricing oversight, and deal desk operations....

Corporate Controller

  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for a highly experienced Corporate Controller to join our company and own the accounting function....

Assistant Regional Controller

  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (24 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Summary Working as an Assistant Controller you will be responsible for assisting with monthly, quarterly and fiscal close, including preparation of financial statements for assigned Divisions or...

Vice President, Corporate Controller

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago

We are looking for a Vice President, Corporate Controller, to join our world-class finance team onsite in Santa Clara, CA....

Assistant Regional Controller

  • Hayward, CA (23 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (23 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Summary Working as an Assistant Controller you will be responsible for assisting with monthly, quarterly and fiscal close, including preparation of financial statements for assigned Divisions or...

Controller - San Jose, CA - Part-Time

  • San Jose, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 12 days ago

supporting client strategy and best practices Transactional activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable (revenue recognition and billing), and payroll, general accounting, reconciliations, month-end...

Interim Controller

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 13 days ago

We are searching for a highly skilled Interim Controller to be a part of our interim consulting practice....

Director, Quality Control

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Revolution Medicines is a clinical-stage precision oncology company focused on developing novel targeted therapies to inhibit frontier targets in RAS-addicted cancers. The company's R&D pipeline...

Controller

  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (20 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 25 days ago

We are currently seeking a CONTROLLER to oversee the company's accounting operations and staff in our PLEASANTON, CA office, ensuring processes and controls align with strategic goals....

Global Corporate Controller

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 27 days ago

The Global Corporate Controller position is a key member of the senior leadership team and reports to the CFO....

Division Controller

  • Milpitas, CA (6 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (6 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Company Overview KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies....

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Salary for Controller Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Highest Education Level

Controllers in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
51.9%
Master's Degree
34.2%
Associate's Degree
4.6%
High School or GED
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.4%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Controllers in San Jose, CA
10+ years
24.0%
6-8 years
24.0%
4-6 years
20.0%
8-10 years
16.0%
2-4 years
12.0%
1-2 years
4.0%


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