Interim Controller

Interim Controller

We are currently seeking candidates for an Interim Controller opportunity at a well-respected manufacturing company located in Queens, NY. The Interim Controller will own core accounting operations (GL, AP/AR, month/year-end close), prepare financial statements, manage inventory accounting, ensure compliance with GAAP standards, and contribute to process improvement initiatives (as necessary). The ideal candidate will have 12-15+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including prior strong experience as a Controller and/or CFO, within the manufacturing industry.

This is a 3+ month contract position, paying between $100-$120/hour (depending on experience). This position supports a hybrid work model (on-site 4 days and remote 1 day).

Responsibilities:

• Own the full accounting close process, including preparation and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage all general ledger activity within Microsoft Dynamics, ensuring accuracy and integrity of the core accounting system.
• Review payroll processed by the HR team through ADP, ensuring accuracy, proper GL coding, and compliance prior to finalization
• Oversee basic inventory accounting, including standard costing, valuation, and reconciliation of inventory to the general ledger.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury functions
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing functions through oversight of support staff
• Prepare and analyze financial reporting packages, including budget-to-actual and variance analysis
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls appropriate for a lean manufacturing environment
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes
• Coordinate with external tax preparers, auditors, and banking partners as needed
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable regulatory requirements
• Identify and implement process improvements to support scalability as the organization grows
• Provide additional support as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA preferred.
• 12-15+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including prior experience as a Controller and/or CFO
• Strong background in manufacturing accounting required, ideally with organizations in the $30M-$100M revenue range
• Proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics is required
• Working knowledge of ADP or similar payroll platforms
• Hands-on experience with inventory and standard cost accounting in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner directly with operational and executive leadership
• High attention to detail, balanced with the ability to think strategically about the broader business

For immediate consideration, interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to Jackson at jnichols@daleyaa.com

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