Interim Controller: Lead Multi-Entity Finance & Audit Readiness

Cherry Bekaert LLP; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing seeks an experienced Interim Controller to lead a multi-entity accounting function during a leadership transition and audit period. This hands-on role reports to the CFO and focuses on stability, close, consolidation, and internal controls.

You will supervise 9 accountants, manage AR/AP, GL, and intercompany reporting, ensure U.S. GAAP compliance, coordinate with auditors, and partner with FP&A, Tax, and Legal during the transition.

Qualifications

• Controller-level or senior accounting leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, including ASC 606 revenue recognition.
• Experience managing complex accounting operations within multi-entity environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage accounting teams.
• ERP experience; NetSuite is a plus.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Glen Allen approximately 2-3 days per week.
• Ability to be onsite full-time during the upcoming audit period.

Responsibilities

• Support the CFO during month-end financial reviews.
• Lead day-to-day accounting operations across a complex, multi-entity environment.
• Manage and oversee month-end close activities.
• Provide leadership to 9 accountants and broader oversight across a 15-person accounting department.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, general ledger, and reconciliations.
• Manage multi-entity consolidations and related reporting.
• Maintain strong accounting policies and internal controls.
• Provide technical accounting leadership and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Support external audit activities and coordinate with auditors.
• Partner with FP&A/Financial Reporting, Treasury, Tax, Legal, operational leaders, corporate accounting, and systems teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing seeks an experienced Interim Controller to lead a multi-entity accounting function during a leadership transition and audit period. This hands-on role reports to the CFO and focuses on stability, close, consolidation, and internal controls.

You will supervise 9 accountants, manage AR/AP, GL, and intercompany reporting, ensure U.S. GAAP compliance, coordinate with auditors, and partner with FP&A, Tax, and Legal during the transition.