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.
Qualifications:
- 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
For immediate consideration, interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to Jenny at
[email protected].
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