Interim Finance Consultant

CFS; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 104,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS near Groton, CT seeks an Interim Finance Consultant (CFO/Controller level) to lead the year-end close, oversee full-cycle accounting, and support audits. This fully onsite role targets nonprofit environments and requires strong accounting leadership.

You will prepare financial reports for executive leadership and the board, handle state reporting, ensure regulatory compliance, and identify process improvements to maintain operational continuity during the engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• Experience in CFO/Controller-level roles.
• Strong full-cycle accounting and year-end close experience.
• Non-profit accounting experience.
• Experience managing or supporting annual financial statement audits.
• State reporting and regulatory compliance experience.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with executive leadership and Boards.
• Ability to quickly assess organizational needs and make an impact in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead year-end close and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting.
• Manage full-cycle accounting: GL oversight, reconciliations, statements, month-end close.
• Partner with external auditors; assist with audit prep and requests.
• Prepare and present financial reports and audit results to leadership and the Board.
• Assist with state reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Provide hands-on financial leadership to maintain continuity during the engagement.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls.

Skills

Full-cycle accounting

Year-end close

Audit coordination

Non-profit accounting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Interim Finance Consultant (CFO/Controller Level)

Location: Near Groton, CT (Fully Onsite)

Compensation: $104,000 - $140,000 annually

A well-established non-profit organization in the Groton, CT area is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Consultant at either the CFO or Controller level to provide hands-on leadership and accounting support during a critical financial reporting period. This fully onsite role is ideal for a seasoned accounting professional with strong full-cycle accounting expertise, year-end close experience, and the ability to support audit and compliance initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate the organization's year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Manage and support full-cycle accounting functions, including general ledger oversight, reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and month-end close activities.
• Partner with external auditors and assist with audit preparation, schedules, documentation, and audit-related requests.
• Prepare and present financial reports, audit results, and key financial updates to Executive Leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Assist with state reporting requirements and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards.
• Provide hands-on financial leadership and support to maintain operational continuity during the engagement.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, and financial reporting practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• Prior experience in a CFO, Controller, Finance Director, or senior-level accounting consulting role.
• Strong full-cycle accounting and year-end close experience required.
• Non-profit accounting experience required.
• Experience managing or supporting annual financial statement audits.
• State reporting and regulatory compliance experience preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively interact with executive leadership and Boards of Directors.
• Ability to quickly assess organizational needs and make an immediate impact in a fast-paced environment.

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