Interim Controller

Korn Ferry Group; Stamford (CT); Híbrido; USD 138.000 - 152.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Korn Ferry Group is seeking an Interim Controller for a hybrid-staffed role in Stamford, CT. The position oversees the accounting function, leads a seven-person team, and handles the close and financial reporting with a hands-on approach.

The candidate should be a CPA with extensive inventory/cost accounting, US GAAP expertise, and prior controller-level leadership. This contract through Korn Ferry offers potential extension or permanent conversion.

Formación

• CPA designation required.
• Controller-level accounting leadership experience.
• Inventory and cost accounting experience.
• U.S. GAAP, financial reporting expertise.
• Month-end close, entries, reconciliations, internal controls.
• Leadership and hands-on accounting involvement.
• Analytical decision-making and process improvement.
• Hands-on IC mindset in Stamford, CT three days a week.
• Onsite in Stamford, CT, 3 days/wk.

Responsabilidades

• Provide leadership to stabilize the accounting function during transition.
• Lead and coach an accounting team of about seven.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close and financial reporting.
• Prepare journal entries, reconciliations, balance-sheet schedules.
• Own inventory accounting, valuation, COGS, and related accounts.
• Analyze inventory discrepancies, adjustments, reserves, and COGS variances.
• Serve as primary technical resource for US GAAP and complex transactions.
• Evaluate processes and controls; drive improvements.
• Support audits and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Balance leadership with hands-on day-to-day tasks.

Conocimientos

Inventory accounting

US GAAP

Close processes

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Technical accounting

Journal entries

Internal controls

ERP systems

Educación

CPA designation

Herramientas

NetSuite

Descripción del empleo

Interim Controller (Hybrid)

We're partnering with a growing, privately held consumer products organization to identify an experienced Interim Controller who will play a critical role in stabilizing the accounting function, overseeing financial reporting, and strengthening inventory accounting operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who thrives in entrepreneurial environments, combines deep technical accounting expertise with strong leadership capabilities, and is comfortable rolling up their sleeves to execute detailed accounting work.

Location: Hybrid (Stamford, CT - 3 days onsite per week)

Engagement: Contract through Korn Ferry, with potential for extension or permanent conversion
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week

What You'll Do

• Provide immediate leadership and stability for the accounting function during a period of transition.
• Lead, coach, and review the work of an accounting team of approximately seven employees.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, balance-sheet schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Own inventory accounting, inventory valuation, cost of goods sold (COGS), and related balance-sheet accounts.
• Analyze inventory discrepancies, adjustments, returns, reserves, and COGS variances across multiple distribution channels.
• Serve as the primary technical accounting resource for U.S. GAAP, complex transactions, and accounting-policy decisions.
• Evaluate existing accounting processes, internal controls, and reporting procedures, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Support internal and external audits and partner with finance and operational stakeholders to resolve accounting issues.
• Balance team leadership and oversight with direct involvement in day-to-day accounting activities as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.
• Significant Controller, Assistant Controller, Director of Accounting, or comparable accounting leadership experience.
• Extensive, hands-on inventory accounting and cost-accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and technical accounting.
• Direct experience with month-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Proven ability to lead and develop an accounting team while remaining personally involved in detailed accounting work.
• Ability to independently assess accounting issues, challenge existing processes, and make sound accounting decisions.
• Willingness to operate as a hands-on individual contributor, not solely in a strategic or supervisory capacity.
• Ability to work onsite in Stamford, CT, three days per week.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Big Four public accounting experience.
• Background in retail, apparel, CPG, or consumer products.
• Experience with omnichannel inventory operations and NetSuite or a comparable ERP.
• Equity-accounting experience.

Engagement Details

• Target Start: November 16, 2026, or sooner if available.
• Initial Duration: Through February 26, 2027, with potential extension.
• Compensation: $100-$110/hour W-2 through Korn Ferry; C2C may also be considered.

If you're an experienced Controller who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with hands-on execution and team leadership,

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