Strategic Interim Controller — Hands-On Accounting Expert

Vaco by Highspring; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Strategic Accounting Consultant in Charlotte, NC, to manage financial reporting and project-based initiatives at a Controller-level. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with a CPA and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Responsibilities include balance sheet reconciliations, oversight of accounting processes, and assisting in budget formulation. This role demands a client-focused attitude and the ability to work autonomously.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, ideally with experience in month-end close and financial reporting.
• Experience in a public accounting firm or consulting services environment preferred.
• Ability to work autonomously with little direction.

Responsibilities

• Overall day-to-day management of financial reporting accuracy and processing of client information.
• Balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, fixed assets, payroll, and other accruals.
• Oversight of AP, AR, payroll, cost accounting (if applicable).

Skills

Accounting and finance experience

Budget formulation

Client service-focused

Technical financial accounting (GAAP)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

NetSuite

Intacct

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics Suite

QuickBooks

OneStream

Hyperion

Adaptive Planning

Job description

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Strategic Accounting Consultant in Charlotte, NC, to manage financial reporting and project-based initiatives at a Controller-level. The ideal candidate should have over 8 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably with a CPA and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Responsibilities include balance sheet reconciliations, oversight of accounting processes, and assisting in budget formulation. This role demands a client-focused attitude and the ability to work autonomously.