Interim Controller for PE-Backed Growth (Remote)

S+H Search; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

S+H Search is seeking experienced Interim Controllers and Accounting Leaders for consulting engagements across multiple industries. These roles involve stepping into new environments, solving problems, improving processes, and delivering an immediate impact on financial operations.

Engagements may be onsite, hybrid, or remote and range from short-term projects to several-month assignments. Strong Excel and ERP systems experience, plus PE-backed / acquisitions exposure, are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Experience as Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior accounting leader.
• Experience in interim/consulting assignments preferred.
• Private equity-backed experience is a strong plus, especially with acquisitions and integrations.
• Strong understanding of month-end and year-end close.
• Experience leading accounting teams and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Interim controller coverage during leadership transitions.
• Backfill a controller during extended vacancy.
• Support M&A, acquisition, or integration projects.
• Execute month-end close and financial reporting.
• Lead accounting process improvements and internal controls.
• Assist ERP implementations or system transitions.

Skills

Interim Controller

Accounting leadership

Month-end close

ERP systems

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Variance analysis

Internal controls

Audit coordination

Cross-functional leadership

Excel

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

S+H Search is seeking experienced Interim Controllers and Accounting Leaders for consulting engagements across multiple industries. These roles involve stepping into new environments, solving problems, improving processes, and delivering an immediate impact on financial operations.

Engagements may be onsite, hybrid, or remote and range from short-term projects to several-month assignments. Strong Excel and ERP systems experience, plus PE-backed / acquisitions exposure, are highly valued.