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Interim Controller

$75 - $80 per hour

Cherry Bekaert

Interim Controller (Strong Leadership Focus) - Hybrid | Washington, DC

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is seeking a hands-on Interim Controller to support a dynamic, multi-entity organization based in Washington, DC . This is a high-impact leadership role ideal for a candidate who can balance strategic oversight with day-to-day execution in a fast-paced environment.

Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid - 2 days/week)
Duration: 4+ months with potential for conversion to full-time
Hourly Rate: $75-$80/hour


Key Responsibilities
  • Lead all accounting and finance operations, including general ledger, financial reporting, and budgeting/forecasting
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP
  • Oversee month-end close process, driving efficiency and accuracy
  • Manage cash flow, including AR oversight, collections, and daily banking activity
  • Direct annual audit process and coordinate with external auditors to achieve clean audit results
  • Establish, maintain, and enforce strong internal controls and accounting policies
  • Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, including grant and funding restrictions where applicable
  • Develop reporting tools and financial insights to support leadership decision-making
  • Ensure financial systems are optimized to support retail sales activity, reporting, and forecasting needs
  • Partner with executive leadership on financial strategy and operational improvements
Team Leadership
  • Manage and mentor accounting, finance, and purchasing teams
  • Provide leadership across multiple functional areas, including accounting operations and budgeting/reporting
  • Promote a collaborative, high-performing team environment with a focus on accountability and development
Qualifications
  • Proven experience as a Controller or senior accounting/finance leader
  • Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting best practices
  • Hands-on leadership style with the ability to operate both strategically and tactically
  • Experience managing audits, internal controls, and compliance
  • Background in retail, multi-location, or high-volume transaction environments is highly preferred (POS experience a plus)
  • Nonprofit experience is not required; candidates from commercial environments are encouraged to apply
  • Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 a plus, but not required)
Ideal Candidate Profile
  • A proactive leader who thrives in interim environments
  • Comfortable stepping into complex situations and driving immediate impact
  • Strong communicator with the ability to influence and partner with executive leadership
  • Detail-oriented with a commitment to process improvement and operational excellence
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