Interim Cost Actg/Operational Controller

Vaco; Tuscaloosa (AL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Vaco is seeking an Interim Operational Controller to lead its operations accounting function during a growth and transition period. The role is hybrid with regular in-office attendance in San Jose, CA and spans an anticipated 2 to 4 months.

The candidate should have 15+ years in accounting/finance, strong U.S. GAAP knowledge, and proven experience leading large teams, with ERP system expertise and executive-level reporting capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field.
• 15+ years progressive accounting/finance experience in project-based environments.
• Expert knowledge of U.S. GAAP and revenue recognition for long-term contracts.
• Experience leading large operational accounting functions and teams.
• Experience with ERP systems, forecasting, and executive-level reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operations accounting function and oversee a team of accounting leaders.
• Own revenue recognition, margin reporting, project accounting oversight, and cash flow forecasting.
• Analyze performance trends, identify risks, and report to executives.
• Partner with operations teams on revenue, costs, profitability, and workload projections.
• Develop talent within the accounting organization and establish controls.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial forecasting

Operations partnering

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Interim Operational Controller

Our client, a large infrastructure and construction services company, is seeking an Interim Operational Controller to lead its operations accounting function during a period of continued growth and organizational transition.

This role is hybrid, with regular in-office attendance expected in San Jose, CA. This role has an anticipated duration of approximately 2 to 4 months.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the operations accounting function and oversee a team of accounting leaders supporting operational business units
• Own revenue recognition, margin reporting, project accounting oversight, and enterprise-level cash flow forecasting
• Analyze operational and financial performance trends, identify risks and opportunities, and communicate findings to executive leadership
• Partner with operations teams to review project revenue, costs, profitability, and future workload projections
• Develop talent within the accounting organization through hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and succession planning
• Establish and strengthen accounting policies, internal controls, governance standards, and process documentation
• Drive automation initiatives and support implementation of new financial systems and technologies
• Serve as a key business partner to leadership by providing financial insights that support operational and strategic decisions

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 15+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably within construction, engineering, manufacturing, or another project-based environment
• Expert knowledge of U.S. GAAP and revenue recognition principles for long-term contract accounting
• Demonstrated experience leading large operational accounting functions and developing accounting teams
• Experience with enterprise ERP systems, financial controls, forecasting, and executive-level financial reporting

Compensation:

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors, including but not limited to:

• The individual’s skill sets, experience, and training;
• Licensure and certifications;
• Office location and other geographic considerations;
• Other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco by Highspring notes that the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

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