Interim Financial Controller

Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert; Centreville (VA); Hybrid; USD 137,760 - 165,312; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Tuition assistance

Pension plan

Disability insurance

Job summary

A private equity-backed software services firm in Virginia is seeking an Interim Controller to lead the accounting team. This temporary role involves ensuring accuracy in financial reports, compliance with tax regulations, and managing audits. The ideal candidate will bring 7-10+ years of experience in SaaS environments and have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. The position offers a pay range of $100 to $120 per hour temporarily, with a conversion to a permanent role after a trial period.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years leading accounting teams in SaaS/software environments.
• M&A related experience integrating acquisitions is required.
• Experience with federal, state, and local tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 15 responsible for all general accounting functions.
• Coordinate audits and maintain audit‑ready documentation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax reporting.

Skills

Leadership in SaaS environments

Financial reporting

Team building

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

SAGE Intacct

Job description

Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert is partnered with a dynamic, private equity‑backed software services firm seeking an Interim Controller on a temp‑to‑perm basis.

This is a unique temp‑to‑perm opportunity with a rapidly growing organization delivering SaaS solutions to state and local governments. The successful candidate will have strong SaaS experience and be able to function in mid‑size to larger companies (revenues >$200M annually).

Pay range (temp): $100.00/hr - $120.00/hr

Location: Centreville, VA (in‑office 3 days/week, likely 4 days/week in the new year)

Team Leadership: Leads the accounting organization to ensure proper controls exist and financial reports are prepared and distributed in a timely manner.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of 15 responsible for all general accounting functions and ensure accuracy of financials
• Coordinate audits and maintain audit‑ready documentation
• Provide timely financial results to FP&A for reporting
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close in accordance with GAAP
• Implement and manage ASC 606 revenue recognition for software revenues
• Accurate tracking of state and local multi‑year government contracts and billing
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax reporting (especially sales and use tax)
• Drive process improvements and maintain strong internal controls

Systems: Experience with SAGE Intacct or similar preferred

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred
• 7–10+ years leading accounting teams in SaaS/software environments
• M&A related experience integrating acquisitions is required
• Private equity experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, ASC 606, and financial reporting
• Experience with state, local, and federal tax returns
• Must have hands‑on, operational leadership style
• Excellent communication, team‑building, and organizational skills

Pay: $100-$120 per hour (perm rate to be negotiated).

Please note: This is a “try before you buy” opportunity – company provides a 3–4 month trial period before conversion to permanent.

Seniority Level: Director

Employment Type: Temporary

Job Function: Accounting/Auditing

Industries: Software Development

Benefits include:

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid paternity leave
• Tuition assistancePension plan
• Disability insurance