Interim Controller - Hands-On
Role: Interim Controller - Hands-On
Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite per week)
Location: Vaughan, ON --
Duration: 6 months (potential for extension)
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Interim Controller to support their finance function. This role is ideal for a well-rounded accounting and finance professional who enjoys operating in a dynamic environment and contributing across both transactional and strategic finance activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- Oversee general accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and account reconciliations.
- Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, management reports, and supporting analysis.
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and liquidity requirements.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
- Maintain and strengthen accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Coordinate audits, tax filings, and year-end reporting requirements with external advisors.
- Assist with ERP, systems, and process improvement initiatives.
- Support compliance with applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Partner with operational leaders to provide financial guidance and decision-support analysis.
- Prepare ad hoc reporting, KPI dashboards, and management presentations.
Qualifications
- CPA designation preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including experience in a Controller or senior accounting capacity.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
- Experience managing the full accounting cycle in a hands-on environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with major ERP systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize competing deadlines and work independently.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to partner with stakeholders across the organization.
- Experience supporting process improvements and business transformation initiatives is considered an asset.
Interested?
If you're a hands-on finance professional who enjoys combining accounting, financial analysis, and operational support, we'd love to hear from you
