Part-Time Interim Senior Controller

Soni; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Soni seeks a seasoned VP of Accounting to lead accounting operations and financial reporting in Austin, TX. The role requires strategic leadership, deep SAP expertise, and a track record of optimizing close processes.

The successful candidate will oversee treasury, internal controls, audits, and regulatory reporting, partnering with executives and auditors to ensure accuracy and compliance while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 5+ years in senior accounting leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead general accounting operations.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Ensure accurate statutory and GAAP financial reporting.
• Direct treasury, banking, cash management, and related operations.
• Maintain strong internal controls and compliance.
• Partner with auditors, regulators, and executive leaders.
• Mentor and develop accounting teams.
• Support continuity during leadership transitions.
• Identify and implement process improvements.
• Act as strategic advisor while handling critical accounting tasks.

Skills

SAP knowledge

GAAP knowledge

Financial close

Treasury & cash management

Internal controls

Audit coordination

Team leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation preferred

Job description

**Note: This is NOT a remote role nor is it open to sponsorship or relocation. OUT OF STATE/COUNTRY CANDIDATES NEED NOT APPLY

This role will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, treasury functions, internal controls, audit activities, and accounting team leadership. The successful candidate will bring deep accounting expertise, strong knowledge of Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP), and a proven ability to lead through periods of change while maintaining operational stability and reporting excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all general accounting operations and functions.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Ensure accurate and timely statutory and GAAP financial reporting.
• Direct treasury, banking, cash management, and related financial operations.
• Maintain strong internal control environments and accounting compliance practices.
• Partner with auditors, regulators, and executive stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and guidance to accounting teams, driving accountability and development.
• Support organizational continuity during executive leadership transitions.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Act as a strategic advisor while remaining hands‑on with critical accounting activities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• 5+ years in senior accounting leadership roles.
• Previous experience serving as a VP of Accounting, VP of Accounting, Controller, Corporate Controller, Chief Accounting Officer, or similar executive accounting position.
• Deep knowledge of Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP).
• Strong understanding of GAAP financial reporting.
• Demonstrated experience managing financial close processes and financial statement preparation.
• Experience overseeing treasury and cash management.
• Strong background working with auditors, regulators, and executive leadership teams.
• Expertise in internal controls, compliance, and risk management.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop accounting teams.