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seeking an experienced Interim Controller Consultant to support financial operations during a short-term engagement. This role will oversee core accounting functions, manage a small team, and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and highly proficient in Excel.<br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Manage and mentor a team of 2 accounting professionals<br>Oversee and review all account reconciliations and journal entries<br>Perform and manage all prepaid expense accounting, including setup, amortization, and reconciliation<br>Own and manage the purchasing card (P‑card) process, including reviews, reconciliations, and compliance<br>Ensure accurate and timely month-end close<br>Prepare and review financial statements (monthly and ad hoc)<br>Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting best practices<br>Partner with leadership to ensure financial accuracy and transparency<br>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and documentation<br><br>Qualifications &amp; Experience<br><br>Prior experience as a Controller or Senior Accounting Manager<br>Strong working knowledge of GAAP<br>Hands-on experience with reconciliations, journal entries, prepaids, and P‑cards<br>Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial analysis)<br>Experience managing and developing accounting staff<br>Ability to step into an interim role and add immediate value<br>Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills<br><br>Additional Details<br><br>On-site presence required 2 days per week in North County San Diego<br>Ideal for an interim or consulting professional available for a 3–4 month engagement
Month End Close, Financial Statement Preparation, Financial Statement, Monthly Financial Statements, Prepare Financial Statements, Credit Card Reconciliation, Reconciliations, Prepaids, Journal Entries, Month-end Journal Entries
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  • Carlsbad, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 55.4135 - 64.163 USD / Hourly
  • seeking an experienced Interim Controller Consultant to support financial operations during a short-term engagement. This role will oversee core accounting functions, manage a small team, and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and highly proficient in Excel.<br>Key Responsibilities<br><br>Manage and mentor a team of 2 accounting professionals<br>Oversee and review all account reconciliations and journal entries<br>Perform and manage all prepaid expense accounting, including setup, amortization, and reconciliation<br>Own and manage the purchasing card (P‑card) process, including reviews, reconciliations, and compliance<br>Ensure accurate and timely month-end close<br>Prepare and review financial statements (monthly and ad hoc)<br>Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting best practices<br>Partner with leadership to ensure financial accuracy and transparency<br>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and documentation<br><br>Qualifications &amp; Experience<br><br>Prior experience as a Controller or Senior Accounting Manager<br>Strong working knowledge of GAAP<br>Hands-on experience with reconciliations, journal entries, prepaids, and P‑cards<br>Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial analysis)<br>Experience managing and developing accounting staff<br>Ability to step into an interim role and add immediate value<br>Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills<br><br>Additional Details<br><br>On-site presence required 2 days per week in North County San Diego<br>Ideal for an interim or consulting professional available for a 3–4 month engagement
  • 2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

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