Interim Controller (East Coast)

Interim Controller (Remote – East Coast Required) Location: Vienna, VA (Remote; East Coast candidates required, DC metro area preferred) Engagement Type: Interim / Contract Compensation: $75–$80 per hour Annual Revenue Size: $14M–$15M An established organization is seeking the Interim Controller to backfill an outgoing team member. This role is critical to maintaining financial stability, supporting leadership, and overseeing accounting operations during this transition period. Systems & Tools Sage Intacct – Recent, hands-on experience required Bill.com – Preferred Concur – Not required Key Responsibilities Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements Manage and mentor two direct reports: a Senior Accountant and an Accounting Clerk Maintain and enhance internal controls and safeguards for revenues, expenses, budgets, and expenditures Coordinate and manage all audit activities Analyze financial data and prepare accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Clearly communicate financial results, trends, and variances to senior leadership Assist leadership with annual budgeting and financial planning; compare actual results to budgets and address variances Support the CEO in working with the Board’s audit and finance committees on financial performance, risks, and operating trends Oversee financial, project/program, and grants accounting to ensure expenditures align with approved budgets and grant requirements Prepare and compile financial reports for government, corporate, and foundation grants Manage organizational cash flow forecasting in collaboration with program and operational leaders Partner with senior leaders to assess financial performance of programs and strengthen financial and administrative systems Track and manage invested assets in accordance with established policies and investment guidelines Qualifications Proven experience as a Controller or senior accounting leader, preferably in a $10M–$20M revenue environment Recent, hands-on experience with Sage Intacct required Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and audit coordination Experience managing and developing accounting staff Grants accounting experience strongly preferred Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with leadership Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders #J-18808-Ljbffr Broughton Group