Controller
NOW CFO · Oklahoma City, OK · 1 mo ago
On-siteAccounting$135k–$150k/yrFull-time
Interim Controller (Consulting Engagement)Location: Oklahoma City, OK (Onsite)Duration: Approximately 3–6 monthsSchedule: Full-timeCompensation: $135,000 – $150,000 About NOW CFONOW CFO is an outsourced accounting and finance firm. We give businesses financial clarity and visibility through experienced consultants, engaged for exactly the hours they need. Our consultants step into complex environments, get up to speed quickly, and deliver as trusted members of the client's team. About the EngagementWe're partnering with an established trucking and logistics client in the Oklahoma City area on an urgent interim Controller engagement. The client's accounting function is in need of a full cleanup, and this consultant will step in to stabilize the function, establish new processes and controls, and assess whether a new ERP may be needed. This is a full-time, onsite engagement expected to last approximately 3–6 months. This is an interim project. What You'll DoPerform a full cleanup of the accounting function and stabilize daily operationsBuild and implement new accounting processes, procedures, and internal controlsAssess the current ERP (Great Plains) and evaluate whether a new system is needed to support the business long-termOwn and maintain the monthly and year-end close process with GAAP-compliant financial reportingManage reconciliations, cash management, and full-cycle accounting operations including AP/AR, payroll, and general ledgerDeliver financial reporting and analysis to ownership and leadershipManage and critically review the work of the accounting team while remaining hands-on with detailed accounting issuesPartner with external auditors and outside CPA as needed What You BringController-level experience (required)Great Plains ERP experience (required)Strong ownership of monthly and year-end close, GAAP financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controlsProven track record of stepping into disorganized environments and building process, structure, and controls from the ground upAbility to lead a team while still rolling up your sleeves on detailed workConfidence operating independently and partnering with ownership and senior stakeholders Also HelpfulTrucking, logistics, or transportation industry experienceMulti-entity or multi-location accounting experienceERP implementation or system assessment experiencePrior experience in an interim or consulting capacity