Interim Controller

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is seeking an Interim Controller with a strong GAAP background to join a well-known organization in the Kansas City area on an interim basis. This role is hybrid, requiring 4 days on-site in Kansas City, Kansas.

About the role

As a member of the senior management team reporting to the Vice President, you will oversee and coordinate the accounting/finance team regarding day-to-day activities, month and quarterly closes, and general support as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide experienced, controller-level leadership and oversee the accounting/finance back-office function.
• Oversee the accounting staff.
• Assume controller-level duties including oversight of billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other transactional activities.
• Manage general accounting reporting and operations, maintenance of subsidiary general ledger, and reconciliations.
• Prepare financial statements and reporting on schedule.
• Interact with auditors in completion of annual financial audit.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Interact extensively with the direct support organizations of the company.
• Review current operations and make suggestions for operational effectiveness regarding technology and processes.
• Prepare periodic reports to executive management as requested.
• Support and mentor members of the accounting staff.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• Solid GAAP background.
• Workday system experience preferred but not required.
• CPA preferred but not required.

Pay

Hourly rate: $85–100.

Schedule

This is a likely 4-month contract role with a hybrid schedule (4 days on-site).