Interim Controller

Tatum by Randstad; Tomball (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

Tatum by Randstad is seeking an Interim Controller in the Northwest Houston area for a hybrid role. This hands-on leadership position will work with a high-growth MSP/IT services client and manage month-end close, financial reporting to the board, and M&A data requests.

The role requires an in-person presence for planning cycles and close collaboration with the executive team. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in finance leadership within mid-size companies, a CPA and/or MBA preferred, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred (not required).
• MSP/IT services background with recurring revenue and project accounting is highly desirable.
• Hands-on QuickBooks Online, RAMP and Halo PSA proficiency expected.

Responsibilities

• Day to day accounting: keep books clean, close month, reconcile bank/GL, and record revenue/expenses per US GAAP.
• Board and executive reporting: prepare and deliver monthly/quarterly/annual financials to leadership and Board.
• Budgeting and forecasting: lead annual budget, capital planning, and forecasting with in-person November planning.
• Operational execution: collaborate with bookkeeper and exec team; manage AR/AP, cash flow, risk and controls.
• Strategic M&A support: model financials, due diligence, valuations, and integration planning.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic partnership

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

QuickBooks Online

RAMP

Halo PSA

Job description

New Tatum Consulting opportunity for a hybrid Interim Controller

Northwest Houston, TX (Hybrid: On-site two days per week required for local candidates. This consulting project will require on average 32 hours per week. (up to 40 during peak periods).

Tatum is seeking an Interim Controller for our client, a high-growth managed services organization. The client company is less than $10 million in annual revenue. The position requires a hands-on financial leader to immediately step in, maintain clean books, prepare monthly BOD presentation, partner with executive leadership and handle M&A data requests.

Highlighted Duties & Core Responsibilities

• Day to Day Accounting: Keep books clean, execute month-end close, perform bank and GL reconciliations, ensure proper booking of revenue, expenses, and COGS in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Board & Executive Reporting: Prepare, present, and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance reports, dashboards, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and Board of Directors.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead annual budgeting, capital planning, and forecasting, with mandatory in-person availability for the November 2027 planning cycle.
• Operational Execution & Team Collaboration: Collaborate closely with bookkeeper and executive leadership team. Oversee AR/AP, cash flow, financial risk and internal controls.
• Strategic M&A Support: Provide financial modeling, due diligence, valuation analysis, and integration planning to handle periodic M&A requests and cash flow analysis.

Must-Have Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Certifications: CPA and/or MBA strongly preferred (not required).
• Industry Experience: Managed Service Provider (MSP) / IT services background highly desired (recurring revenue, MRR/ARR, service profitability, project accounting).
• ERP & Systems Tool stack: Hands-on proficiency in QuickBooks Online is a must have, RAMP (payments/credit cards), and Halo PSA (integrated) preferred.

Experience Level:

• Must have 5+ years of leadership experience in a mid-size company with >$50 million in revenue. I deal candidates will have previous background at the CFO, VP of Finance, or Controller level.
• Management & Team Background: Proven track record leading financial operations, managing small finance teams, and acting as a strategic partner to executive leadership and boards.
• Current Direct Reports: Currently, only one Bookkeeper reports to this role, making this a very hands-on execution position.