Interim Controller

Beech Valley Solutions; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 153,430 - 218,521; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility to accept projects

Pay for every hour worked

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A leading financial consulting firm is looking for an experienced interim Controller to support the month-end close process onsite in Monterey, CA. The role requires strong accounting expertise and leadership skills to stabilize the close process, ensuring timely and accurate results. You will work closely with finance teams, manage tasks and timelines, and drive improvements in the accounting function. This is a full-time position offering up to $135/hour for about four months.

Qualifications

• Experience with month-end close processes.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working with auditors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the month-end close process, including timelines and task management.
• Review key reconciliations and ensure completeness and accuracy.
• Provide oversight and support to the accounting team as needed.

Skills

Controller-level experience

Operational accounting experience

Strong communication skills

Job description

Interim Controller | Onsite Monterey, CA | Full-Time Contract

Start: 12/15/2025 (ASAP onboarding)
Duration: ~4 months (through ~3/31/2026)
Location: Onsite – Monterey, CA
Hours: Full-time (40 hrs/week)
Compensation: Hourly (bill rate not to exceed $135/hr)

Overview

Beech Valley is seeking an interim Controller to support month-end close for a client onsite in Monterey, CA. This is a hands‑on role for someone who can step in quickly, stabilize the close process, and ensure timely, accurate results while providing day‑to‑day leadership to the accounting function.

What You’ll Do

• Own and drive the month-end close process, including timelines, task management, and final review

• Review key reconciliations and accounting outputs to ensure completeness and accuracy

• Provide day‑to‑day oversight and support to the accounting team (as applicable)

• Partner with Finance leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders to resolve issues and keep reporting on track

• Identify close bottlenecks and implement practical process improvements (checklists, documentation, controls)

What We’re Looking For

• Controller-level experience (or strong Accounting Manager stepping into Controller responsibilities)

• Deep operational accounting and close leadership experience

• Comfortable operating onsite in a fast‑paced environment with minimal ramp time

• Strong communication skills and ability to keep teams aligned around deadlines

• Experience in structured close environments and working with auditors is a plus

Why Beech Valley?

• Flexibility: Accept and reject projects to fit your life and goals

• Compensation: Get paid for every hour you work

• Growth: Build your network and expand your skill set across exciting clients and projects