Interim Accounting Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Accounting Manager to oversee daily accounting operations and provide leadership to the accounting team during a critical transition period. This role will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of financial data, leading the month-end close process, maintaining strong internal controls, and supporting reporting and compliance initiatives.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on accounting leader who can balance strategic oversight with day-to-day accounting responsibilities while partnering with operational leaders across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily accounting operations, including general ledger management and financial transaction oversight

• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash activity, and payroll-related accounting functions

• Manage the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation

• Review and analyze financial results, identifying variances and providing recommendations to leadership

• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, ensuring productivity, accountability, and professional development

• Maintain compliance with GAAP, internal controls, tax filings, and regulatory requirements

• Support external audits and ensure financial records are accurate, complete, and audit-ready

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

• At least 5 years of progressive accounting experience

• At least 2 years of prior experience leading or supervising an accounting team

• Experience managing month-end close and financial statement preparation

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (Pivot tables and vlookups) and proficiency with ERP/accounting systems

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapt to changing business needs.

Pay Details: $45.00 to $58.00 per hour

Search managed by: Jessica Robbins

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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