Interim Controller

Cherry Bekaert•Kansas City, MO

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is seeking an experienced Interim Controller to support a privately held organization in Kansas City, Missouri, for approximately two months. This is a hands-on consulting opportunity during a period of transition. The organization has a relatively straightforward structure consisting primarily of investments and an operating business unit. The Controller will take ownership of the full range of accounting functions, except accounts payable, accounts receivable, and administrative HR functions, which are handled by an existing staff member. The role is responsible for maintaining day-to-day accounting operations, the monthly close, financial reporting, general ledger activity, reconciliations, and accounting oversight for the organization’s investments and operating business. The Controller will partner directly with the operating business’s COO and work on-site five days per week in Kansas City. The ideal consultant is a seasoned Controller who is comfortable both overseeing and personally performing accounting work in a lean environment, can quickly understand existing processes, and can independently keep the books, close, and financial reporting moving forward.

Requirements

Strong Controller-level or senior accounting leadership experience.
Demonstrated ability to personally manage month-end close, general ledger accounting, and financial statement preparation.
Comfort working hands-on, with responsibility for both oversight and execution.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and core accounting processes.
Ability to quickly assess existing accounting activities and operate independently with minimal ramp-up.
Ability to work on-site five days per week in Kansas City.

Nice To Haves

Experience working within a privately held, closely held, or similarly lean organization is beneficial.
Inventory, distribution, or manufacturing-related accounting experience is helpful but not required.
Microsoft Dynamics GP / Great Plains experience is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

Take hands-on ownership of general accounting and financial reporting activities.
Manage the monthly close process and ensure the books are complete and accurate.
Prepare financial statements and related financial reporting.
Oversee general ledger activity and account reconciliations.
Support accounting activities associated with the organization’s investments and operating business.
Provide accounting oversight for inventory-related activity at the operating business.
Work closely with the administrative team member responsible for accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Maintain continuity of accounting processes and controls during the interim period.
Partner directly with the COO of the operating business on financial and accounting matters.
Address additional day-to-day accounting needs as they arise in a lean, hands-on environment.