Interim Controller
We are currently seeking candidates for an Interim Controller opportunity at a well-respected manufacturing company located in Queens, NY. The Interim Controller will own core accounting operations (GL, AP/AR, month/year-end close), prepare financial statements, manage inventory accounting, ensure compliance with GAAP standards, and contribute to process improvement initiatives (as necessary). The ideal candidate will have 12-15+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including prior strong experience as a Controller and/or CFO, within the manufacturing industry.
This is a 3+ month contract position, paying between $100-$120/hour (depending on experience). This position supports a hybrid work model (on-site 4 days and remote 1 day).
Responsibilities:
- Own the full accounting close process, including preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Manage all general ledger activity within Microsoft Dynamics, ensuring accuracy and integrity of the core accounting system
- Review payroll processed by the HR team through ADP, ensuring accuracy, proper GL coding, and compliance prior to finalization
- Oversee basic inventory accounting, including standard costing, valuation, and reconciliation of inventory to the general ledger
- Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury functions
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing functions through oversight of support staff
- Prepare and analyze financial reporting packages, including budget-to-actual and variance analysis
- Maintain and strengthen internal controls appropriate for a lean manufacturing environment
- Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes
- Coordinate with external tax preparers, auditors, and banking partners as needed
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable regulatory requirements
- Identify and implement process improvements to support scalability as the organization grows
- Provide additional support as needed.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
- 12-15+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including prior experience as a Controller and/or CFO
- Strong background in manufacturing accounting required, ideally with organizations in the $30M-$100M revenue range
- Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics is required
- Working knowledge of ADP or similar payroll platforms
- Hands-on experience with inventory and standard cost accounting in a manufacturing environment
- Strong communication skills with the ability to partner directly with operational and executive leadership
- High attention to detail, balanced with the ability to think strategically about the broader business
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please email your resume to Olivia at [email protected].
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