Interim Controller

CFS; Troy (OH); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

CFS in Troy, Ohio seeks a hands-on Controller to stabilize and improve accounting processes, delivering an audit-ready financial environment. You will define controls, lead the close, and build a disciplined accounting function with minimal supervision.

Ideal candidates bring senior accounting leadership, strong GAAP knowledge, and a track record of cleanups or process-building. This onsite role offers substantial autonomy and a pathway to long-term employment.

Formación

• Proven experience as a Controller or senior-level accounting leader.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls.
• Demonstrated experience in financial reporting and close processes.
• Hands-on leader who can manage with minimal guidance.
• Excellent communication and team leadership capabilities.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Perform and lead detailed account reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Establish, document, and enforce accounting processes and internal controls for the team.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and support accurate financial statement preparation.
• Lead accounting cleanup initiatives, including historical reconciliations and remediation.
• Drive audit readiness and serve as primary point of contact during audits.
• Set clear performance expectations and provide hands-on leadership to the accounting team.
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen accuracy and controls.

Conocimientos

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Financial reporting

Leadership

Process improvement

Descripción del empleo

Location: Troy, Ohio

Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Salary Range: $140,000 – $200,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on Controller to step into a critical cleanup and stabilization role within our accounting function. This role is ideal for a self-starter who thrives in environments that need structure, clarity, and operational rigor. The Controller will assess the current state, define and implement accounting processes with minimal guidance, and bring the organization to a clean, well-controlled, and audit-ready position.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting
• Perform and lead detailed account reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Establish, document, and enforce accounting processes, internal controls, and expectations for the accounting team
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and support accurate financial statement preparation
• Lead accounting cleanup initiatives, including historical reconciliations and process remediation
• Drive audit readiness and serve as a key point of contact during audits
• Set clear performance expectations and provide hands‑on leadership to the accounting team
• Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen accuracy, efficiency, and controls

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as a Controller or senior‑level accounting leader
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Demonstrated success in cleanup, turnaround, or process‑build environments
• Highly self‑directed with the ability to operate effectively with little to no guidance
• Comfortable setting structure, accountability, and expectations for a team
• Detail‑oriented, hands‑on, and solutions‑focused
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Why This Role?

• Immediate opportunity to make a meaningful impact
• High level of autonomy and trust
• Short‑term engagement with potential to convert to long‑term or permanent employment
• Ideal for a Controller who enjoys fixing problems, building structure, and driving operational excellence