Interim Financial Controller

LHH Recruitment Solutions is working with a Retail company to identify an Interim Financial Controller in New York, NY. This is a 5-6 month consulting engagement with a hybrid schedule requiring 1-2 days per week in Downtown Manhattan. We are seeking candidates with experience in Retail, Software as a Service, or Consumer Products industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes to ensure timely, accurate financial statements.

• Manage general ledger activities, journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.

• Lead preparation of P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and management reporting packages.

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.

• Oversee accounting for occupancy-related expenses, including landlord rent payments, utilities, and store operating costs across multiple locations.

• Collaborate with Operations and Finance teams to ensure accurate expense allocation, fixed asset reporting, and depreciation tracking.

• Strengthen internal controls, identify process gaps, and implement improvements across accounting workflows.

• Provide insights into business performance through variance analysis and KPI monitoring.

• Lead preparation for external audits and year-end reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA is required.

• Previous experience at management level within Retail or Software as a Service environment

• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups; financial modeling a plus).

• Previous experience using NetSuite system

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to thrive in a transitional, fast‑paced environment and provide hands-on support.

Schedule

• 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM, 40 hour work week is typical with occasional overtime as needed.

• 1-2 days in office in Downtown, Manhattan as minimum

$70-90/hr

Pay Details: $70.00 to $90.00 per hour

Search managed by: Shoshana Ronen

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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