Interim & Fractional Controller Consultants

About the role

Fahrenheit Advisors is seeking experienced, hands-on Controllers interested in consulting opportunities with clients in Richmond, Virginia and the surrounding markets. This role is ideal for professionals looking to apply their expertise through interim, fractional, or project-based engagements, while maintaining flexibility and control over their schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation
• Oversee cash management and reporting, including daily, weekly, and monthly cash flow and forecasting
• Monitor and report on covenant compliance, borrowing base calculations, debt reporting, and liquidity risks
• Review and ensure accurate classification of income, expenses, and balance sheet accounts; oversee monthly account reconciliations
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial and operating reporting packages, including variance analysis and insights
• Establish, document, and enhance financial processes, systems, and controls to support informed decision-making
• Drive process improvement initiatives and support project planning and execution
• Oversee preparation and filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings
• Support mergers and acquisitions through financial due diligence, process documentation, project management, and post-acquisition integration
• Identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and risks, and implement practical solutions to improve effectiveness and efficiency

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including service as a Controller or similar role
• Proven experience acting as a consultant and trusted advisor to multiple clients in dynamic environments
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and the ability to analyze, interpret, and communicate financial data clearly
• Demonstrated ability to identify control issues and design scalable processes that mitigate risk and drive efficiency
• Excellent planning, organization, and time-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple engagements
• Results-oriented, entrepreneurial mindset with strong interpersonal and client-relationship skills
• Experience with middle-market accounting systems (e.g., QuickBooks, NetSuite, or similar)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Why Join Us?

• Work-Life Balance: Whether you prefer part-time or full-time project work, Fahrenheit is committed to ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
• Diverse Clientele: Engage in exciting projects with a variety of clients, gaining exposure to different industries and business models.
• Supportive Team: Work alongside a team of seasoned professionals who are dedicated to your success and growth.
• Professional Growth: Enhance your skills and knowledge while making a significant impact on our clients' businesses.

Pay

Hourly Range: Director: $60–$90/hour

Schedule

If you are an independent consultant looking to collaborate with a high-caliber team, or a corporate Controller ready to transition into flexible, project-based consulting, Fahrenheit offers the opportunity to do challenging, meaningful work with a variety of clients while maintaining balance and autonomy.

To learn more about our firm, our people, and the work we do, visit www.fahrenheitadvisors.com.