Interim Controller

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with a rapidly growing, private equity-backed cybersecurity and compliance services organization seeking an Interim Controller to join its leadership team immediately. Following a recent acquisition and the onboarding of a new CFO, the company is entering its next phase of growth and is investing heavily in its finance infrastructure, processes, and team expansion.

This consultant will report directly to the CFO and play a critical role in supporting the transition from the current Controller while helping strengthen financial operations, optimize systems, and scale the accounting function. The organization recently implemented Unanet and is seeking a hands-on accounting leader who can leverage that platform to drive efficiency and support future growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead all Controller-level accounting and financial reporting functions
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes
• Manage the transition of responsibilities from the current Controller
• Partner closely with the CFO on strategic finance, operational, and growth initiatives
• Support and optimize the organization's recently implemented Unanet environment
• Ensure accurate accounting and reporting for fixed-price and time & materials (T&M) contracts
• Maintain strong internal controls and financial processes
• Provide leadership and mentorship to a growing accounting and finance team
• Drive process improvements and scalable accounting practices to support continued growth

Requirements

• Proven success serving as a Controller or Interim Controller
• Strong Government Contracting (GovCon) accounting experience required
• Extensive Unanet experience required; implementation experience strongly preferred
• Experience within professional services organizations required
• Understanding of SaaS business models is a plus
• Strong knowledge of fixed-price and T&M contract accounting
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Excellent communication, leadership, and business partnering skills
• CPA preferred

Pay

Market rate, targeting approximately $95-$110/hour

Schedule

Estimated 4-6 months, start date ASAP. Remote position.