Interim Controller

CFO's Domain

San Francisco (CA)

Hybrid

USD 150,000 - 200,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A national accounting and finance consulting firm is seeking an Interim Controller in San Francisco. This role requires strong leadership in accounting operations, optimizing financial reporting, and managing cash flow during a period of transition. Candidates should have extensive NetSuite experience and a CPA is preferred. Benefits include medical insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

10–12+ years of progressive accounting experience in leadership roles.
Demonstrated success in accelerating close processes.
Ability to enhance financial controls and reporting.

Responsibilities

Lead daily accounting operations with accuracy and timeliness.
Optimize month-end close process and financial reporting.
Oversee financial statements and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
Manage cash flow and short-term forecasting across business units.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams for financial alignment.

Skills

Leadership in accounting

NetSuite optimization

Financial reporting

U.S. GAAP

Process improvement

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

This range is provided by CFO's Domain. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

CFO’s Domain is a national accounting & finance consulting and recruiting organization serving CFO’s and their stakeholders. Our consultants are among the best practitioners in the marketplace, serving clients across a diverse range of industries and stages of growth. Our consultants serve clients with mission critical deliverables when they are experiencing capacity or capability constraints. Our consultants receive benefits, competitive compensation, gain access to the full breadth of our recruiting capabilities and are introduced to roles that are accretive to their personal and professional growth.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

About Our Client

Our client is a leading food events and hospitality company based in San Francisco, known for creating large-scale community dining experiences and culinary partnerships.

Position Overview

We’re seeking an Interim Controller to lead accounting operations and financial management during a period of transition and growth. This role requires onsite presence in San Francisco three days per week and carries conversion potential; accordingly, candidates must be willing to transition into a full‑time permanent role.

Responsibilities

Lead all daily accounting operations—including the general ledger, month‑end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting—with a strong emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, and strengthening the close calendar.
Own and optimize the month‑end close process, with a mandate to streamline workflows, shorten close timelines, and fully leverage NetSuite functionality to improve efficiency, reporting integrity, and automation.
Provide hands‑on leadership to accounting team members, fostering development, accountability, and operational excellence.
Oversee preparation, review, and delivery of financial statements and management reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP, offering insights and actionable recommendations to senior leadership.
Manage cash flow, short‑term forecasting, and liquidity planning across multiple event‑based and catering business units.
Strengthen internal controls, vendor management, and accounting workflows while enhancing the use of ERP, reporting tools, and financial systems.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, events, culinary, and executive leadership to ensure alignment between financial results and business objectives.
Serve as a stabilizing force during a period of organizational transition, ensuring continuity of processes, documentation of workflows, and effective knowledge transfer.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA strongly preferred.
10–12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership at the Controller or Assistant Controller level.
Extensive NetSuite experience is required, including hands‑on use, optimization, reporting, and the ability to drive improved utilization of system capabilities.
Demonstrated success leading and accelerating monthly close processes, improving workflow efficiency, and strengthening financial controls.
Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and operational accounting best practices.
Advanced proficiency with ERP systems, financial reporting tools, and Excel, with a track record of identifying and implementing process improvements.
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

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