We have partnered with our client in facilities services in their search for an Interim Controller (6-12+ month engagement). Please note, the role is 100% on-site during month-end close, and 4 days on-site otherwise (1 day remote/hybrid).
Responsibilities
Accounting and Reporting Responsibilities:
Month End Close Process: Responsible for accurate and timely month-end close activities, including project review meetings, journal preparation/review, account reconciliations, variance analysis, and reporting.
Oversight of Financial Operations: Supervise general ledger, accounts payable, payroll, and fixed asset activities to ensure transactions are processed accurately and promptly in accordance with internal policies.
Audit Management: Coordinate annual audits for business unit locations, serving as the primary contact for corporate and external auditors.
Operational Analysis & Reporting:
Assist General Manager/Business Unit President in analyzing business performance, preparing monthly operational reporting decks, and conducting variance analysis for corporate requests.
Budgeting/Forecasting:
Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, providing necessary documentation and supplemental reporting as required.
Internal Controls:
Develop, document, and enforce appropriate accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls in line with GAAP standards.
Drive enhancements to financial and operational controls, particularly in a business dealing with repair/maintenance and design/build project services.
Management Responsibilities:
Evaluate and optimize the financial accounting organization to meet reporting and control requirements effectively.
Provide guidance, training, and support to accounting personnel to ensure reporting objectives are met and talent development initiatives are supported.
M&A and Integration Support:
Assist in M&A activities and integration efforts, offering financial and strategic advice to management.
Ad-hoc Requirements:
Support General Manager with ad-hoc reporting and requests, including system enhancements, business analysis, modeling, and local tax compliance.
Skills Required
Must Have POC (Percentage of Completion) Accounting Expertise
Over 8 years of extensive experience in accounting leadership, with a proven track record of managing accounting teams effectively.
Preferred background in public accounting or within a private equity-owned company.
Strong experience in managing finances within multi-project-based organizations, particularly in sectors like Construction, Engineering, or other project-based industries.
