Interim Controller

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in Tampa, FL is seeking an Interim Controller for a fully onsite, high-visibility finance leadership role. You will oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and process improvements during a critical period, partnering with executives to stabilize performance and drive accuracy.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of progressive accounting leadership, solid GAAP expertise, CPA preferred, and ERP experience.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience.
• CPA preferred.
• ERP system experience highly desired.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes with timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and internal control requirements.
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff while maintaining accountability and operational excellence.
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and drive strategic decisions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and reporting enhancements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Interim Controller

Compensation: $50.00–$70.00/hour (depending on experience)
Location: Tampa, FL | Fully Onsite

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This Interim Controller opportunity offers the chance to step into a highly visible finance leadership role where your expertise will immediately impact the organization. The company is seeking a seasoned accounting leader who can provide stability, strengthen financial operations, and support key business initiatives during a critical period.

As an Interim Controller, you'll serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership while overseeing accounting operations, financial reporting, and process improvement efforts. The Interim Controller will play a key role in driving financial accuracy, enhancing internal controls, and supporting long-term business objectives.

This opportunity is ideal for an Interim Controller who thrives in fast-paced environments, leads teams through change, and can quickly assess challenges and implement effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities of the Interim Controller

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes while ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting as the Interim Controller
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial analysis as the Interim Controller
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal control requirements as the Interim Controller
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff while maintaining accountability and operational excellence as the Interim Controller
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights, support strategic initiatives, and drive informed business decisions as the Interim Controller
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, reporting enhancements, and operational efficiencies as the Interim Controller

Qualifications for the Interim Controller

• Bachelors' degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls
• CPA preferred
• ERP system experience highly desired
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex accounting operations

What You'll Gain as the Interim Controller

• High-impact leadership role with direct visibility to executive leadership
• Opportunity to influence key business and financial decisions
• Ability to strengthen accounting processes, controls, and reporting structures
• Dynamic environment where your expertise is highly valued
• Meaningful involvement in strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives
• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience

Who Thrives as the Interim Controller

The ideal Interim Controller is a hands-on financial leader who can quickly assess an organization, establish priorities, and drive results. This Interim Controller is comfortable balancing strategic leadership with operational execution, enjoys mentoring teams, and excels at improving processes while maintaining strong financial discipline. Adaptable, proactive candidates who can make an immediate impact will be highly successful in this role.

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