Interim Controller

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is seeking an Interim Controller with a strong GAAP background to join the team at a well-known organization in the Kansas City area on an interim basis.
Title:  Interim Controller
Location: On-Site – Kansas City, Kansas hybrid 4 days on site
Hourly Rate: $85-100
Job Type: Likely 4 months contract

As a member of the senior management team reporting to the Vice President, you will be responsible for oversight and coordination of the team regarding day-to-day activities, month and quarterly closes, and general support as needed.

 
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide experienced, controller-level leadership and oversee the accounting/finance back-office function.
• Solid GAAP background.
• Oversee the accounting staff.
• Assume controller-level duties including oversight of billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other transactional activities.
• Including these functions: 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.
• Workday system experience preferred but not required.
• CPA preferred but not required.
• Perform other duties as required.