Interim Controller - Sage Intacct

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking an Interim Controller (6-Month Project)

Location: Washington, DC (2 days onsite / 3 days remote)
Duration: 6-Month Contract Engagement

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Controller to provide accounting leadership during a critical six-month engagement. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the organization's accounting operations, financial reporting, audit support, budgeting processes, and month-end close activities while helping drive process improvements across the finance function.

This is a hybrid position requiring two days per week onsite in Washington, DC and three days remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process
• Oversee preparation and review of accurate and timely financial statements
• Supervise and support Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Grants Accounting functions
• Serve as a key liaison for external auditors and coordinate annual audit activities
• Perform financial analysis, including budget-to-actual and variance analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning processes
• Review and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Partner with executive leadership to provide financial insights and recommendations
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and organizational reporting requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience
• Prior Controller or Assistant Controller experience
• Strong expertise with Sage Intacct
• Experience overseeing month-end close and financial reporting
• Demonstrated experience managing AP, AR, and accounting staff
• Strong background supporting annual audits
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation preferred
• Nonprofit, association, or grant-funded organization experience highly preferred
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Proven track record of implementing process improvements and strengthening controls
• Ability to quickly assess processes and operate effectively in an interim leadership role